God laid out His plan before time began and gradually revealed it through those Old Testament prophets. Little by little He unfolded all that He had in mind. His plan was the perfect plan from the perfect Planner. How blessed we are to know that plan. How blessed we are to be in that plan! He longed for the reconciliation of mankind…

Is it really a big deal to use a piano or some mechanical instrument in worship?  That’s a question often asked when someone visits the church of Christ, and it is a very good question to consider, as we must examine every “word or deed” in which we engage to ensure we “do all in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Col.…

One of the pagan gods was named Molech (Moloch). His worship became widespread in Israel when Solomon erected his image and altar just outside the walls of Jerusalem in the valley of Hinnom. His worship became part of Jewish idolatry. Read this commonly accepted description of how he was worshiped. The image of Moloch was a human figure with a bull’s head…

While spiritual gifts have ceased and are no longer needed or possessed by Christians today (1 Cor. 13:8-12), that which is still needed greatly and abiding deeply within all faithful Christians are faith, hope and love (13:13).  Have you ever considered how these impact a Christian’s life today, including our attendance at Bible class and worship services? How does your FAITH impact…

Those who attack our faith would have us believe that we have nothing more than blind faith and that we are living in a “dream world” in our view of life and the future. What the world does not understand is that there is insurmountable evidence for our faith. We are not those who have bought into a cunningly devised fable that…

As I was watching our Junior High young people on Sunday, I was impressed with several things, but these two in particular.  First, I was struck by their good behavior and participation in worship.  For a group of eleven-, twelve- and thirteen-year-olds to sit by themselves in a group and take part in worshiping God is very encouraging.  The second thing that…

Super Sunday was just that! It was a Super Sunday. If you were not able to be here, you missed one of the most uplifting days in the history of this congregation. Every aspect of our time together, from beginning to end, changed lives. Let me mention some of them. Phil Sanders stated, “Restoration is doctrinal repentance.” I had never thought of…

When it comes to whom you should marry, the Bible is filled with advice. The reason God gave as to why Jews should never allow their children to marry unbelievers was, “They will turn your sons away from following me” (Deut. 7:4). He did not say perhaps it might happen, but it will happen. I marvel that Christian young people (and their…