Then the B and T got tacked on and “LGBT” became the dominant shorthand for all aberrant sexual and gender identities. But in the name of inclusivity, gradually the acronym got longer to the point where occasionally you’ll see something like LGBTQIA2S. I remember headlines about some nutcase college professor saying there were actually dozens […]
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Getting ‘Used To’ Sin
I remember reading about the woman who wanted to get into her bathing suit early in the spring before there were any crowds of people around so she could “get used to” being so scantily clothed. Folks “get used to” all kinds of sin – which simply shows the need to “take heed …(and) exhort […]
What will YOUR decision be? (Click here)
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The Origin of the Bible
One of the best known laws of the universe is the law of cause and effect. Simply stated it is this: every effect must have an adequate cause. Now let this law be applied to the Bible. The Bible is an effect. It was caused by some source. Really, there are but two possibilities: 1. The […]
A Matter Of Pride
When I was a kid, one of my favorite things about the beginning of June was hearing my mother’s tongue-in-cheek rendition of “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” from Carousel. While some aspects of Carousel are dark, this song is a joyful celebration of the arrival of summer and the blooming of nature. It exudes […]
DON’T BET ON IT!
Suppose you are walking on the square downtown one fine evening, when a stranger in dirty, ragged clothes walks up to you and says, “Hey, buddy – if you’ll give me a $20 bill, I might give you back $40.” Assuming you don’t call the police or brush past him and simply continue walking, you […]
The Origin of the Bible
One of the best known laws of the universe is the law of cause and effect. Simply stated it is this: every effect must have an adequate cause. Now let this law be applied to the Bible. The Bible is an effect. It was caused by some source. Really, there are but two possibilities: 1. The […]
What Are You Looking For in A Church?
Because they have moved into a new community, or have awakened to the need for religion in their lives, or are unhappy with “their old church,” many people are “looking” for a “new church home.” What are they looking for? What are you looking for? (1) Some, following family and personal traditions, look for a […]
THERE WILL BE PEACE IN THE VALLEY NOW
The Lion and Lamb Together – Peace – Isaiah 11:1-10 INTRODUCTION: This grand and magnificent Bible prophecy holds much encouragement for Christians today. Unfortunately, many people think that this is yet to be fulfilled. PROMISED PROPHECY Isaiah 11:1-10 — FULFILLED: Rom 15:9-13 1. 11:1 – A shoot out of the stock of Jesse, and a […]
What Are Your Goals?
The commentator William Barclay included these thoughts in his comments about the parable of the rich and foolish farmer in Luke 12:13-21 . . . There is a story of a conversation between a young and ambitious lad and an older man who knew life. “I will,” said the young man, “learn my […]