Recently, a couple of Christians talked with me about their prayer life. So I thought we could learn more about prayer. Prayer is a part of my life. Praying is one thing Christians do. But why? What is prayer about? Admittedly, I need to know more about prayer. Like the father said of Jesus' power to … Continue reading Teach Us to Pray
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What You Believe
We have all heard the statement, "You are what you eat." In many ways I think that statement is true. No, eating bacon, does not make me a pig. The statement is a colloquial way to express a the simple truth that what we eat has a bearing on our physical and mental health. "You … Continue reading What You Believe
Proving You Are a Christian
Many years ago I read a story from the 1200's during the time of the Inquisition. Misguided religious people joined with other Crusaders believing they were to eliminated all "heretics" not by converting them to Christ, but by putting them to death. If an Inquisitor came to your place of business or home, you had … Continue reading Proving You Are a Christian
What Destroys a Church?
This weekend I begin a new chapter in my life. Sunday, May 25 is my first Sunday serving the Central Church of Christ in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Some of you may be familiar with Central from April 27, 2011. The tornado outbreak destroyed the building but not the Church. Fire, storms, earthquakes, or floods may damage … Continue reading What Destroys a Church?
When Tragedy Strikes
I was in seventh grade in 1979 when I first realized the personal impact of a tropical storm. Hurricane Frederic redeveloped in the Gulf of Mexico and was headed in our general direction. By the morning of September 12, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration labelled Frederic as a Category 4 Hurricane with sustained winds … Continue reading When Tragedy Strikes
Journey Through Mark – 7
Good morning, are you ready for our journey to continue? I missed our walk for the past few days and I am ready to go this morning. As we come to the seventh chapter of Mark, we walk up on this Jesus as he is teaching those who are following Him. Pull up a rock, … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 7
Journey Through Mark – 6
We pick up our walking-stick again today as we continue our Journey through Mark. This man Jesus, that Mark writes about is doing great things; crowds are following Him and He is becoming quite the successful Rabbi. As we join Him today, we walk home to Nazareth with Him. Will the town name streets after … Continue reading Journey Through Mark – 6
The Bible Is It From God, Pt II
Last Thursday, we began looking at the idea that he Bible is from God. You can read last week's post HERE. We continue the search to understand the inspiration of the Bible today by looking at some internal evidence that I believe demonstrates that what we call the Bible is truly from God and not … Continue reading The Bible Is It From God, Pt II
A “Mini” Blog: What does this mean?
"Abraham believed God and it was counted to him as righteousness." Gen 15:6 Rom 4:3 Rom 4:22 Gal 3:6 Jam 2:23 What does this mean?
Characteristics of Great Faith
What follows is an outline a recently preached at a small congregation in Fayette County, Alabama. Feel free to adapt it and use it to the glory of God. -- Scott Jesus reproved His disciples for “little faith.” Sermon on Mount in general to all for worrying about daily needs Fearfulness during a storm on … Continue reading Characteristics of Great Faith
Driving Thought 