It is a simple verse, but I wonder what young Timothy would have thought the first time he read it? Timothy was an aspiring young pastor. While some go to seminary to prepare for the ministry, Timothy had the privilege of traveling with the Apostle Paul. And instead of an internship Paul would send him directly to spend time at … Read More
I started reading a book by a good friend of mine last night. The book is by Ken Ramey and is entitled Expository Listening. In a section entitled: Anticipation: The Listener’s Responsibility Before the Word is Preached, my friend offers this helpful advice: Spend time reading and meditating on God’s Word every day (personal quiet time). Men, lead your wife … Read More
The book of Deuteronomy is one of those Old Testament books we donât often read let alone study. But it was there that a verse jumped off the page recently. Moses is recounting for the Israelite children how their parents had received the Ten Commandments. It was in this setting that they were genuinely frightened by the presence of God, … Read More
For many of us waiting is one of the hardest lessons to learn. I have discovered that one of the best ways to wait is to ask the question: âLord, what are you teaching me through this?â We all have a tendency to think of Godâs teaching lessons as being for someone else. Like the first humans in the garden of Eden … Read More
In 21st -centuryAmerica with all of its amenities, finding Christians living out their relationship with Christ at the highest level is not an easy thing. As we go back in history though, it is not as difficult to find these individuals. C.T. Studd was born into a wealthy family, was reportedly handsome, and was an international legend as a sports … Read More
Several years back our family vacation to Maine provided one of those unique opportunities to learn the fine art of waiting. With young kids we figured we could make the trip from Jersey to Maine in several days. Here is what we pictured: Arriving leisurely at the hotel in the afternoon, swimming with the kids, and a casual breakfast the … Read More
Have you ever noticed that God is not in a hurry? Admittedly, often we are. Getting kids ready for school, rush hour traffic, and spilled coffee often have us scrambling to make up lost time. But not God. Simply put, He may take 40 days or 40 years. In Godâs timetable there are no rush orders. Take Moses for instance. … Read More
Few things can frustrate the Christian like unanswered prayer.When God doesnât appear to answer our requests we may find that doubt is not far behind. We may doubt the reality of our relationship with Him. We may doubt His ability to hear us. We may doubt His ability to do anything about our requests. We must remember when God doesnât … Read More
There is a word that is small, but in spite of its size it has left a significant impact. It has disrupted nations, families, marriages, and oneâs relationship with God. It is discussed in nearly every form of religion, but in no other sacred book is the word treated as thoroughly as it is in the Bible. The word? Sin. … Read More
There are a hosts of Old Testament characters that we would do well to get to know. Caleb is one of them. His story is told in Numbers 14 and Joshua 14. In the first account you find him with the 12 Israelite spies checking out the promised land. You may remember that all 12 spies agreed the land was … Read More
