“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. (Num 6:24-26)” This comes from our chronological reading last week. Numbers is a book many Christians skip, but within the text are … Continue reading A Priestly Blessing
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A Night with the King
Last night, Amy and I watch "One Night with the King" on Netflix. This is a modern telling of the Biblical epic of Haddasah (Esther). The movie took liberties with subplots, some historical background, and with the timeline, but overall remained true to the basis of the Feast of Purim and the characters of Xerxes, … Continue reading A Night with the King
Guest Post – Andrew McCown on Three Inspirational Stories
Do you have any stories that inspire you? I have several that inspire me. The first story is the story of Micaiah who is a prophet. The second story is the story of Esther who becomes Queen. My third and final story is the story of Stephen. The first story is about the prophet Micaiah. … Continue reading Guest Post – Andrew McCown on Three Inspirational Stories
My Favorite Scripture ? ? ?
Last evening I spoke a the East Walker Church of Christ in Sumiton, Alabama as a guest for their Summer Series. Their theme this year was "My Favorite Scripture." I admit I struggled with the topic; too many came to mind. i could have chosen any of the following: 2 Cor 5:21, "For our sake … Continue reading My Favorite Scripture ? ? ?
Ten Religious Books That Influenced Me
Yesterday (Monday) I wrote two posts. The second one was my "Passing the Torch" article. Go back and read that if you missed it and be sure to read the other articles I linked to. The first post yesterday concerned ten books that are among my favorite non-religious books. Today, I am sharing a list … Continue reading Ten Religious Books That Influenced Me
Mosaic Bible -NLT
Thanks to Tim Archer for hooking me up with the Holy Bible Mosaic from Tyndale House. I picked up my copy last Thursday and immediately began leafing through the pages. Before this particular Bible I had not read much from the New Living Translation (NLT) other than quotes in blogs and bulletins. (More on the … Continue reading Mosaic Bible -NLT
A Turning Point Phrase
In the context of Matthew 26, the Chief priests plot against Jesus as to how they might trap and destroy Him. Meanwhile; Jesus is at Simon the former Leper's house where Simon is hosting a feast in honor of Jesus. Not only is Simon there, but also Lazarus who used to be dead. During the … Continue reading A Turning Point Phrase
Revelation and Perseverance
Monday I attended an area preacher's meeting at 6th Avenue church of Christ in Jasper, Alabama. Levi Sides and Vance Hutton both handed each of us a stack of outlines to study. One of these outlines is an old outline of Revelation based on the idea of perseverance. I am going to have to take … Continue reading Revelation and Perseverance
Thanks for Dropping In
This map shows the locations of recent visitors to the Morning Drive. All I can say is wow! Who knew that someone writing about his thoughts as he drives from an Alabama town of 900 people to a town of 1,200 could attract the attention of people so far away.I am really not surprised; the … Continue reading Thanks for Dropping In
Do You Love Like Jesus?
Jesus loved the Heavenly Father - Matt 22:36-37. Do you and I love the Lord with ALL of our heart, soul, and strength, or do we love Him just a little more than self?Jesus loved the Word of God - Matt 24:35. Do you and I spend as much time listening or reading God's word … Continue reading Do You Love Like Jesus?
Driving Thought 