Abraham: “a friend of God”! What made him so? What was the character of Abraham that should allow for such a marvelous designation? Let us begin by considering the characteristic of Abraham noted by James when he referred to Abraham as God’s friend. … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 2 of 5)
Promises
NOTICE?
“Nobody notices what I do until I don’t do it.” [source: bulletin clipping] Have you ever felt that way? Or have you ever felt your work was unappreciated, so you decided to not do it in order for others to realize what you had been taking care of … [Read more...] about NOTICE?
GENUINE FAITH! (Part 3 of 3)
Again, someone has defined genuine faith as being “assuring, insuring, and enduring.” Is that what our faith has come to mean to us? Are we experiencing the endurance of faith? Do we have a faith that provides us with staying power? Do we have a … [Read more...] about GENUINE FAITH! (Part 3 of 3)
GENUINE FAITH! (Part 2 of 3)
We noted yesterday how someone has defined genuine faith as being “assuring, insuring, and enduring.” Is that what our faith has come to mean to us? Considering the second of these three today, are we experiencing the insurance of … [Read more...] about GENUINE FAITH! (Part 2 of 3)
DECISION TIME! (Part 2 of 2)
The Word is near us. God has made an understanding of His Will available to us. What are we going to do about it? As Moses exhorted the nation of Israel before Joshua was to take over leadership, he made it clear that a decision needed to be made. He had set before the people a … [Read more...] about DECISION TIME! (Part 2 of 2)