In order to be pleasing to God we find that Faith is essential. In studying the Bible we read that there are varying degrees of faith.  We find that the Apostles in the night, while they were in a boat on the Sea of Galilee, saw...

But you are not willing to come to Me that you may have life. John 5:40  Man is lost in sin and God has provided a way of escape.  It is inconceivable that some reject God’s offer.  What causes them to do it? Some according to Matthew 13:15 have closed their eyes,...

In a previous issue I wrote about “Planting the True Seed” and the fact that a seed when planted will always produce after its own kind. In the spring time I can’t help but reminisce about the good times my wife and I had and how we enjoyed gardening. One year we...

A few years ago my wife and I had a beautiful spring garden.  We enjoyed planting a garden each year and watching it grow and produce all of the wonderful vegetables.  It was so nice to enjoy the fresh vegetables and be able to share them with friends and neighbors. ...

A few years ago a beautiful plump green caterpillar crawled up the wall near our front door.  I placed it in a quart jar along with a small leafy branch from a hibiscus plant.  Within an hour he began to spin a cocoon and soon completely incased himself.  I gave him...

There is great satisfaction when we, as Christians, enjoy our daily work. Hopefully, over time, our enthusiasm for our labor will motivate others to enjoy their work as well. In like manner, those serving the cause of Christ ought to daily radiate the joy they have in...

Rom 13:1-7 1 Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.  2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will...

While in the flesh, we will experience troublesome times. Even though most of the challenges we face are manageable, some are more difficult for us to get a handle on. However grievous they might seem to be, earthly cares must never be given priority over our...

How much do you love God? When it comes to living righteously before Him, can He see your zeal or lack of it in your daily service to His cause—the church. When the Lord comes, will you be found on the battlefield fighting evil? Will you be found seeking and saving...

Serious students know the necessity of regular, productive study habits. Without such attentiveness, future academic and occupational opportunities might be severely limited. In like manner, Christians must make provision for acquiring, learning and applying the Word...