There are some words that sound old and dusty—words that have fallen out of common use like, prithee, bibliopole, pythoness, or leman. Sound doctrine is a phrase that is getting very dusty, like those afore mentioned hoary locutions. It is falling out of popularity to even talk about doctrine as it presupposes a moral standard. Sound is associated more with your cell…

People shape the image of Jesus into what they think is acceptable. If people would read the Bible, they might think Jesus was a very intolerant person—not the all-accepting pacifist they make Him out to be. Jesus was intolerant of any extra-biblical description of Himself. He is the Messiah (John 4:25-26). He is the Son of God (John 5:17-18). He is the…

Free will affords us certain liberties, one of which is the right to choose. We have the civil right to be wrong. No one can force us to believe or act a certain way. However, there are right and wrong choices to be made in our relationship with God. One can’t live wrong and expect the righteous reward. Here are some things…

Jesus uses a story about the rich man and Lazarus to illustrate that man’s idea of righteousness is not God’s (Luke 16:19-31). In that same chapter, Jesus said to the Pharisees who were lovers of money, “You are those who justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts; for that which is highly esteemed among men is detestable…

Many mourned as they stood outside the Notre Dame Cathedral and watched it burn. This structure with its national and historical significance has stood for 850 years. During that time, it has found a place in the heart of the French people. Before the cost could even be evaluated, the French President vowed that it will be rebuilt. Several wealthy Paris families…

In its most basic form, a house is a shelter. Its sturdy walls and impermeable roof supply the boundaries of refuge from the elements. It is a place of warmth, protection, solace and rest. It is carefully constructed to have its imprint on the landscape for generations. They are planned, drawn, constructed, regulated, bought and settled. They are an investment of time…

We knew the whole time. However, archeologists recently found evidence that supports the Bible, again. Excavations are taking place in the old city of David. During one such excavation, a bulla or clay seal was found bearing the name of Nathan-Melech. This 2,600-year-old artifact reads, “(belonging) to Nathan-Melech, Servant of the King.” Archeologists state that due to the rarity of the name,…

You have probably heard or read one. A eulogy is reserved for the dead to speak of their deeds in life. Those admirable traits and praiseworthy moments, if there are any, help us to remember the person for who they were. Some have said that life might be a little sweeter if we daily said the things that we typically reserve for…