“Jesus replied, ‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment.” (Matthew 22:37-38 NLT) Why do you think the first of God’s Commandments is to love Him? This is obviously something Jesus believed and taught, but why? What isContinue reading “Are You Enjoying His Love?”
Monthly Archives: July 2026
The Right Thing
“But when they arrived at the threshing floor of Nacon, the oxen stumbled, and Uzzah reached out his hand to steady the Ark. Then the Lord’s anger was aroused against Uzzah, and He struck him dead because he had laid his hand on the Ark. So Uzzah died there in the presence of God.” (1Continue reading “The Right Thing”
America Flirts with Democratic Socialism
By: John Stonestreet and Dr. Eric Patterson *As always, the Colson Center gives us helpful guidance in understanding how to navigate the political world in which we live in light of our faith in Jesus. Blessings, Ed 😊 Recently, in primary elections in both New York and Colorado, self-professed Communist and Democratic Socialist candidates beatContinue reading “America Flirts with Democratic Socialism”
The Bridge to Forgiveness (Part 2)
“Then Peter came to Him and asked, ‘Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?’ ‘No, not seven times,’ Jesus replied, ‘but seventy times seven.’” (Matthew 18:21-22 NLT) The number seven in the Bible symbolizes completion, perfection, and divine order. When Peter asked Jesus if he could forgive someone sevenContinue reading “The Bridge to Forgiveness (Part 2)”
The Bridge to Forgiveness
“If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:14-15 NLT) The bridge to forgiveness is wide and inclusive, but when we refuse to forgive others the way onto that bridge is blocked to us.Continue reading “The Bridge to Forgiveness”
Your Bible Version Matters
By: John Stonestreet and Andrew Carico *In the frightening world in which we find ourselves, reading the Bible isn’t enough, we must now be careful WHICH BIBLE we read. I found this article helpful and I pray you do also. Blessings, Ed 😊 Two recent news stories point to the crisis of biblical literacy, notContinue reading “Your Bible Version Matters”
“Carnal” Christian?
“Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. For the sinful natureContinue reading ““Carnal” Christian?”
The Church and the Gospel
“Since God in His wisdom saw to it that the world would never know Him through human wisdom, He has used our foolish preaching to save those who believe.” (1 Corinthians 1:21 NLT) What comes to mind when you think of “preaching”? The word Paul used above that is translated “preaching” means: “that which isContinue reading “The Church and the Gospel”
Loving People Well
By: Stephany Frederick *Every week Ray Majoran features someone who is using their artistic talents to glorify the Lord, to share a picture and their thoughts. Stephany’s thoughts were just too good not to share. Enjoy. Blessings, Ed 😊 The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; theyContinue reading “Loving People Well”
Helping Others Live
By: Ron Hutchcraft *Ron Hutchcraft’s heart for the lost inspires and encourages me to do all within my power to reach everyone I possibly can. Let this article inspire you. Blessings, Ed 😊 I first learned about the United States Life-Saving Service years ago on a family vacation. We got to see a life-saving stationContinue reading “Helping Others Live”
Walking With Jesus 