The Bible is replete with internal evidences of inspired writings. Historical records introduce us to rulers of nations spoken of throughout the scriptures. Sixty-six books were written by some forty different men over a period of sixteen hundred years. Written in different languages and from different countries, and in different time, the books harmonize because the authors … [Read more...] about Defending the Truth…About the Bible
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CULTURALLY CLOTHED!
As we consider the way some dress, while there are those who may wear basic solid colors, there are others who choose to dress in bright colors. Sometimes the manner of dress and even the colors of it are a cultural reflection. When in India several years ago, though I saw many of the men wearing plain white shirts, I loved … [Read more...] about CULTURALLY CLOTHED!
OVERWHELMING LOVE!
When I visited India a number of years ago, I felt quite overwhelmed by the love of my Christian brothers and sisters there as I was embraced and treated with more respect than I deserved. Though I did not understand the language, the genuine love was clearly … [Read more...] about OVERWHELMING LOVE!
COURAGEOUS POSITION!
I have long been struck by a statement made to Ben-hadad (king of Syria) after he -- being joined by thirty-two other kings with him (1 Kings 20:1) -- had told Ahab (king of Israel) what he was going to do to Samaria. (1 Kings 20:2-10) When messengers brought back word the second time to Ben-hadad, we read. . … [Read more...] about COURAGEOUS POSITION!
LIVING STONES!
The English language is interesting in how some words are identical whether a noun or a verb. For example we can ache (verb) because of an ache (noun), dream (verb) a dream (noun), dump (verb) garbage at a garbage dump (noun), we can mail (verb) mail (noun), and the list goes … [Read more...] about LIVING STONES!
