WHEN YOU LEAVE CHURCH TODAY

“In reply Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead.” (Luke 10:30 NIV) First of all, notice that the title starts with the word “When,” and not the word “If.” You see, I’m assuming, or at least hoping that you will be in the assembly of the saints...

STORM WARNING

“The storms of life may be raging around you, but God is always there to bring you through.” (Unknown Author) When I opened the computer, early Wednesday morning, there was a warning about a Pineapple Express heading for California. Here is an excerpt from the article containing the warning. “The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration defines atmospheric rivers as “narrow...

A FLASHBACK, A FACT, AND A FORWARDED FINDING

“Organizations that challenge the status quo win.  Whatever the status quo is, changing it gives you the opportunity to be remarkable.” (Quote by Seth Godin) Good morning!  In this “Monday Short” Meditation, I want to share one point about standing and staying at status quo.  Flashing back to one of the old hymns of the church, written by Russell Kelso Clark in 1886, I remember...

THE WARNING SIGN ON 34th STREET

“But the one who denies and rejects Me before men, that one I will also deny and reject before My Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 10:33 The Amplified Bible) Most drivers pay attention to warning signs as they travel through the streets and highways.  That’s good because warning signs inform motorist of upcoming hazards on the roadway.  You have seen them, a great variety of warning...

THE TSUNAMI OF THESE TIMES

“Be on guard.  Stand firm in the faith.  Be courageous.  Be strong.’” (I Corinthians 6L13 NLT) The holidays, these are the times where ripples of influence are grand and go to great heights, trying to overcome our minds and dictate our actions.  Of course, there is the tidal wave of holiday displays that try to lure you to go outside your budget and purchase things that have a limited...