Mercy triumphs over judgment…

Journal, Looking back I well remember the double whammy of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. First Katrina with a punch to the jaw, then Rita to the stomach. Wham, bam! Well — The story is pretty much known by now. But … Continue reading

Kindred of the blood…

Journal, Old Testament covenants among various people groups carried the idea of ‘kinship’ with the god of the covenant. This was an ‘adopted’ kinship. While the Lord God did adopt Israel as His people, Israel was unable to aligned herself … Continue reading

Do you need help with your Bible studies….

Journal, One of the most interesting books in the New Testament is the book of Acts. Acts is much more than a doctrinal book. While it certainly contains doctrine, its primary view is on the emerging Christian movement from its … Continue reading

The Secret Place of God…

Journal, In Psalm 31, David expresses sorrow over the strife of life, when suddenly he breaks forth into praise that speaks of God’s love for His people. David says: “How great is Your goodness, which You have stored for those who … Continue reading

Jesus, the wonder and mystery of the Bible…

Journal, “OPEN MY EYES, THAT I MAY BEHOLD WONDERFUL THINGS FROM YOUR LAW.” (Psalm 119:18 NASB) Keep in mind that the focus in these sessions centers on learning to walk with God. In our first session we talked about JESUS … Continue reading

Thank God for the red, white, and blue…

OD 12/4/88 Sun AMTHE SECRET THINGS OF FAITH Pine Plaza (Pnvl) Intro: Mt17:19,20 This stmt has always intrigued believers.  ”..if you have faith..” _ Not literal mtns? (Disagree!) I believe the Lord meant exactly what He said. _ Probably always … Continue reading

Psssst – Have you heard…

Journal Readers, Have you heard the story of a marvelous book that actually speaks for itself. I mean it literally has a voice. No? Well there is such a book. The Bible talks about it. Listen: “On that day the … Continue reading