Posts from 2026

In the eternity of all things scriptural, love is the ultimate principle of the Christian life. Almost everywhere around the globe on the first day of the week, the located Church might be singing these words, “Jesus is Lord, my Redeemer, How he loves me, how I love Him.” What excellent words to hear! Thank you, oh God! But what are the principles of Love? Is love something which God demands of humanity, and if so, how is it best…

Some believe the phrase, “Thank You for Your Service”, originated following the deployment of American forces during Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield. Others affirm that the usage of the phrase became more prominent following 9/11 as America became more willing to recognize the sacrifices of those sacrificing their time, energy, finances, family alliances, and personal faith to keep freedom alive and well in this region of the world. Still others affirm it may originate as far in the…

The New Year is upon us. It came with the same expectations and newly found resolutions as all others have before it. What a time! What an opportunity! What a grace! I will not ask the ceremonious phrase of, “What are your New Year’s Resolutions?” I would rather ask, “Would you like the hand of the Lord to be with you in 2026?” I assume most of us would answer in the affirmative but not truly understand what the phrasing…

Jesus, in Matthew 16:18b (NKJV), stated, “on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it”. By providence and declaration from Heaven, our Lord died and completed the work of the Father in establishing salvation by faith in The Church (Acts 2:47). Over time, the Apostle Paul and others planted or established other congregations around the world, furthering the Gospel message unto all those who believed and desired salvation through obedience. Peter…