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“Take My Life In My Own Hands.”
Several weekends back I went through a particularly difficult and troubling time, complete with a trial of my faith. The words of Job 13:15 reverberated through my mind, “Though He slay me, I will hope in Him. Nevertheless I will argue my ways before Him.” I took out...
Obedience to Christ: Part 3
Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” How is God using your current situation to take your walk with Christ to the next level? To answer this, I think we need to bring...
Obedience to Christ: Part 2
Revelation 3:20 ‘Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him, and he with Me. “What does God want to do in your situation right now?” Insurmountable obstacles are everywhere. Not...
Obedience to Christ: Part 1
Judges 7:2 The LORD said to Gideon, “The people who are with you are too many for Me to give Midian into their hands, for Israel would become boastful, saying, ‘My own power has delivered me.’ What difference would it make in our pulpits if young adults going into...
Experiences
“Experience is a good teacher, but often she charges too much in tuition.” S.M. Lockridge (1913-2000), Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church, San Diego, California. One of the things that baffles me is that we human beings (including myself) do not learn from others and do...
Divine Delays: When God Seeks the Glory
Scripture Reading: John 11:1-15 During times when our efforts fail to resolve a looming crisis, there are often tangible consequences. If a bill is not paid on time, you can be charged a late fee. A car barreling through a red light crashes into your car, despite your...
The Cost of Discipleship: Part 2
Scripture reading: Luke 14:25-35 The following points are taken from the characteristics Christ listed. 1. Hate your father, mother, spouse and children, brothers and sisters, and even your own life. The word “hate” literally means hate. It is sort of an ironic word...
The Cost of Discipleship: Part 1
Scripture reading: Luke 14:25-35 At first blush, it would seem that there are several different themes or topics running through this teaching of Jesus. The entire discourse, however, relates to one instruction, which is the cost of discipleship. When I think of...
Forever Etched
As water moves, it etches its imprint on everything it touches. A waterfall carves into rock and earth. The beauty of places such as Antelope Canyon in Arizona was created by rushing, flowing water. Rushing, flowing water can also cause destruction, by removing earth...
Sabbath Observance
We would like to believe Jesus fulfilled (ended) Sabbath observance by what He did on the Sabbath. In response, the Pharisees cried foul, and breaking traditional Sabbath customs was one of the charges which led to Jesus' death sentence. But, before we can unpack...
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Expository Bible study on Ephesians 5:22-33 on a Biblical marriage. Rather than a self-help resource, this book is aimed at deepening your relationship with Christ.
Catechism to help intentionally teach important concepts of Christianity to children and new believers. The focus is on tracing Christ throughout both the Old and New Testaments.
Devotional book for December 1st through December 25th. As we prepare our hearts during the traditional advent season, let us also prepare for the second coming of Christ.
Free e-book by an independent tax and financial professional. This booklet aims to assist individuals preparing for ministry and missions to honor God through finances.
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Joe has been married for over 20 years and has four children. He enjoys writing as a hobby … as well as carpentry and automotive mechanics.