Posts from July 2025

Temptation is defined as “an enticement to sin, an invitation to disobey God’s will” (Encycpedia.com, July 14, 2025). Inherent to this definition is the understanding that one who allows himself or herself to become enticed to the point of disobedience towards God willingly distances himself or herself from good. This is the full significance of Satan being able to bring temptation into our lives. Temptation, entirely unchecked, will lead us to rebellion against God. One NT Elder stated, “But each…

What happens when the last person no longer decides to go seems to be more of an existential question than a biblical one. It has been well-deemed the essential portion in the work of the local Church (Matthew 28:18-20, NKJV). Jesus emphasized the importance of “the going” following His baptism at the Jordan (Matthew 3:13-17). The Apostles were given a similar directive to accomplish God’s will for humanity (Acts 5:42, 8:35, 15:35, 28:31). Ultimately, this joyous endeavor should have become…

While teaching and coaching in West Texas, I had the grand opportunity to meet Todd. He was a very amiable young man, full of life and vigor; always grateful, funny, and kind. Todd would greet you daily, tell you about the latest news, and often surprise you with a current interest in little-known facts. Truly amusing! At the time, I worked with the Special Needs population in Abilene Public Schools, and Todd was one of my charges for the 9th…