When I was in college, I took a class on Restoration History. We had to buy two textbooks for the class – The Search for the Ancient Order, Volumes 1 & 2 by Earl Irvin West. Naturally, the course focused on the history, not the man who wrote the books. So initially I did not pay […]
Continue reading... January 9, 2013
Take Courage
In concluding His final address to the apostles before His arrest, Jesus told them to be courageous in the face of the hardships that would be coming against them. “These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have […]
Continue reading... January 7, 2013
Introduction to the Book of Proverbs
Many books have been written in which the author claims to be imparting some wisdom to his readers. What makes the book of Proverbs different is the author and the source of his wisdom.
Continue reading... January 3, 2013
Preface to the Study of Proverbs
The book of Proverbs is filled with practical wisdom that can be used in everyday life. It shows us the wisdom that comes from above and calls us to pursue that instead of the wisdom of the world. The purpose of the book of Proverbs can be found in the opening verses: “The proverbs of […]
Continue reading... January 1, 2013
Practical Ways for Developing a Better Understanding of God’s Word
At the start of the new year, many have made the determination to increase their knowledge and understanding of the Bible. This is certainly commendable. The Bible is the inspired word of God (2 Timothy 3:16). It contains the “words of eternal life” (John 6:68). The gospel is “the power of God for salvation” (Romans […]
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Notes & Observations: Plans for 2013
Greetings to all, and happy new year! In the new year, the material posted here will be a little different than the previous year. In 2012, I posted a short article each day based upon a portion of the text from my daily Bible reading. Occasionally – actually, just four times last year – I […]
Continue reading... December 31, 2012
“They May Have the Right to the Tree of Life” (12/31)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Revelation 19-22. Those who believe salvation is by grace or faith alone will often charge those of us who believe that obedience is necessary for salvation as trying to somehow earn salvation. While we should answer this false charge, we must also not be afraid to affirm all that the Scriptures teach. […]
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