I am taking a break from regular posts until after December 31. Until then, "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!" Have Happy Holidays, Scott
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What to do about Satan
The Bible describes Satan as: Mat 6:13 – The evil one Mat 12:24 - The prince of demons Mat 13:38-39 – The enemy John 8:44 – A murderer, liar, father of liars John 12:31 – The ruler of this world 2Co 4:4 – The god of this world Eph 2:2 – The prince of power … Continue reading What to do about Satan
Shopping for a Man?
Need to know what to get a man for Christmas. Here are some ideas: 10. Hand Tools: Hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, anything that he can use with his hands. Even if your man is not the handy-man type; simply buying him these gifts will boost his manly ego and may even spark that handy-man gene. 9. … Continue reading Shopping for a Man?
What’s In A Name
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David … Continue reading What’s In A Name
Five for Friday
Here is a list for your weekend reading. From evaluating worship to more on Christmas. I hope you enjoy them and learn something to boot. Chuck Lawless - How to Evaluate Your Church's Worship Service Joe Butler - Truth Divides Ben Irwin - Five Bible Verses You Need to Stop Misusing Amber Tatum - The … Continue reading Five for Friday
Don’t Go to Church this Christmas –
I heard about two billboards one in Colorado and one in North Carolina in Bible class yesterday evening and saw a story about it on social media. An atheist group paid for these billboards that have a picture of Santa and the following quote, "Go ahead and skip church. Just be good for goodness sake. Happy Holidays" This … Continue reading Don’t Go to Church this Christmas –
Tempted Much
Temptation is a fact of life! There, I said it. The statement is true. We each face opportunities to do what is wrong, and many times we have the desire to see it through. Temptation! Even things that are for good purposes can become a snare toward evil. For instance, the desires that God placed … Continue reading Tempted Much
Walk with Me
Paul tells the Thessalonians to "Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing." (1 Thes 5:11). The Hebrew writer tells his readers to "But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called "today," that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin." (Heb … Continue reading Walk with Me
Five for Friday
Another mix of blogs I read. Instant Gratification is a real problem in our society UGA fan Neal Pollard uses the firing of Mark Richt to discuss how this problem affects Christians. Dale Jenkins uses his experiences in ministry to help church leaders Revitalize congregations where they serve. Adam Faughn hits from 3 point range … Continue reading Five for Friday
A Squirrel Named Pride
Once upon a time Papa Squirrel and Mama Squirrel had a cute little baby. He had a shiny coat and a bushy tail that stood high. "Our son will never have to scavenge for acorns and pecans like we did or scratch out a living. He will have everything he needs to grow up to … Continue reading A Squirrel Named Pride
Driving Thought 