Author: Dr. Mark

AVERSION, AVOIDANCE, OR AN ACT OF TURNING AWAY

ByDr. Mark October 15, 2020 0 Comments
“For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.”(Romans 15:4 NASB) There have been times that I have heard people say that they don’t read the meditations that I send out and they give the excuse that they do not like to read.  Whether you call it by any of the words...

THE DEBT THAT WILL NEVER BE PAID OFF

ByDr. Mark October 14, 2020 0 Comments
“I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise.”(Romans 1:14 KJV) Student loan debts may outlive the years we have been lent to live on earth while traveling to our heavenly home.  When we try to reduce our monthly car payment by signing up for an eighty-four month payment plan (7 years), it seems like it’s a debt we will never pay...

THE WORLD IS YOUR PEW

ByDr. Mark October 13, 2020 1 Comment
“And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.  Go therefore and make disciples…”(Matthew 28:18-19a NASB) Making disciples is not reserved for those who make God’s word known as they stand straight to speak in that sacred section of the sanctuary called the pulpit.  Making disciples is not restricted to the experiences...

A PRESENT TRUTH FOR A PRESENT TIME

ByDr. Mark October 12, 2020 1 Comment
“Now at this time while the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint arose on the part of the Hellenistic Jews against the native Hebrews, because their widows were being overlooked in the daily serving of food.  So the twelve summoned the congregation of the disciples and said, “It is not desirable for us to neglect the word of God in order to serve tables.  Therefore, brethren,...

I’M NOT LIKE THOSE PEOPLE

ByDr. Mark October 11, 2020 0 Comments
“Opening his mouth, Peter said: “I most certainly understand now that God is not one to show partiality, but in every nation the man who fears Him and does what is right is welcome to Him.” (Acts 10:34-35 NASB) It’s Sunday morning so I will keep it somewhat short.  God has a sent message waiting for you at the worship service you will attend today.  You are attending right, in...

THE SAME ZIP CODE

ByDr. Mark October 10, 2020 0 Comments
“For this world is not our home; we are looking forward to our everlasting home in heaven.  With Jesus’ help we will continually offer our sacrifice of praise to God by telling others of the glory of his name.  Don’t forget to do good and to share what you have with those in need, for such sacrifices are very pleasing to him.” (Hebrews: 13:14-16 The Living Bible) I have lived in the...

CLEAN UP THE MESS AS YOU MAKE IT

ByDr. Mark October 9, 2020 0 Comments
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (I John 1:9 NASB) I know today’s title is one word longer than the seven word guideline given to preachers at one great, theological institution of higher education, but I just went one word over!  So, stay with me for a minute.  As a teenager I took turns...

I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU

ByDr. Mark October 8, 2020 1 Comment
“Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting.  Then all the people said “Amen” and “Praise the Lord.”  (I Chronicles 16:35 NIV) I don’t know about you, but I’m going to praise Him right now!  He woke me up this morning and started me on my way!  I don’t know about you, but He has been too good for me to keep my mouth shut!  True for...

TRICK QUESTIONS

ByDr. Mark October 7, 2020 0 Comments
“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:32 KJV) Over a year and a half ago I signed up to participate in a study conducted by a major university.  I believe the purpose of this study is to monitor the emotional, physical, and psychological changes that senior citizens go through.  Every six months they call and pose a variety of well constructed...

No, No, No, No, No!

ByDr. Mark October 6, 2020 0 Comments
“God said to Moses: “I’m going to hit Pharaoh and Egypt one final time, and then he’ll let you go. When he releases you, that will be the end of Egypt for you; he won’t be able to get rid of you fast enough.”(Hebrews 11:1 MSG) As toddlers, we all responded to our parent’s polite invitation to take our medicine, try our veggies, or turn in for the night because play time was...