LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME

ByDr. Mark August 16, 2022 0 Comments
“Then they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them.  But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter...

CHECK OUT THE RIDE OPERATOR!

ByDr. Mark August 15, 2022 0 Comments
“For I hold you by your right hand—I, the Lord your God.  And I say to you, ’Don't be afraid. I am here to help you.” (Isaiah 41:13 NLT) It’s Monday, so I will try my best to meet the “Monday Short” meditation target, but I’m not promising that I will accomplish my “not many words” goal, for the Lord is the guide who determines and dictates what I write.  Read on! ...

NOW THAT YOU ARE ONE OF THEM…

ByDr. Mark August 14, 2022 0 Comments
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; for you once were not a people, but now you are the people of God; you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.” (I Peter 2:8-9 NASB) There was a time in all our...

THREE PROFITABLE TEACHINGS

ByDr. Mark August 13, 2022 0 Comments
“Furious, King Nebuchadnezzar ordered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to be brought in. When the men were brought in, Nebuchadnezzar asked, “Is it true, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, that you don’t respect my gods and refuse to worship the gold statue that I have set up?  I’m giving you a second chance—but from now on, when the big band strikes up you must go to your knees and...

DECISIONS WITHOUT DISCOVERY

ByDr. Mark August 12, 2022 0 Comments
“Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” (Jeremiah 33:3 NASB) The server at a big chain restaurant was cleaning the tables next to where I was sitting.  This person had four gold stars on her apron.  The stars indicate how well one provides service.  Just as a side note, even if we are the best in serving, in any capacity, we...

THOSE AIN’T REAL!

ByDr. Mark August 11, 2022 0 Comments
“But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty.  For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having the...

TEACHING OPENINGS

ByDr. Mark August 10, 2022 0 Comments
“Instruct the wise, and they will be even wiser.  Teach the righteous, and they will learn even more.” (Proverbs 9:9 NLT) In the early 70’s individuals about ready to graduate from college with a degree in education were informed that only 4 out of seven would get a job teaching at a public school.  That’s sure changed today, as evident by the increased efforts to recruit...

DON’T THEY STAY OPEN LATE?

ByDr. Mark August 9, 2022 0 Comments
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided to you.” (Matthew 6:33 NASB) Typically, on Sunday morning when I go from the east side to the west side of town to pick up one of our musicians, the streets are smooth sailing.  You who live in big cities and you who just refer to the big interstates in your cosmopolitan areas by their number with...

WHAT KIND OF OUTFIT DO YOU HAVE ON?

ByDr. Mark August 8, 2022 0 Comments
“Be dressed in readiness and keep your lamps alight.” (Luke 12:35 NASB) I know that it’s Monday and time for your “Monday Short” meditation, but I have to ask you, “What kind of outfit do you have on?”  Oh, I am no asking whether your shoes match the rest of your outfit, or if your socks match your top.  I am not asking if you are wearing attire that is completely color...

THERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO TELL EVERYONE IN YOUR HOUSE THIS MORNING!

ByDr. Mark August 7, 2022 0 Comments
“The woman left her water jar beside the well and ran back to the village, telling everyone, “Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did!  Could he possibly be the Messiah?” (John 4:28-29 NLT) I know it’s early on Sunday morning, but I just have to share five things with you based on my personal experience.  I believe they are all worth sharing, but especially the last one,...