Stop Gossip in the Church
Do church members gossip? Do they gossip about each other? I think we know the answer. And I think we know that all of us have been guilty of gossip at some time. But we also know that gossip is a horrendous habit that can assault, crush and destroy even the strongest believer. Gossip is […]
Church Buildings
I recently asked your thoughts on church buildings and whether they were being “over-built.” We got many good replies both here and on my Facebook page. I really appreciate your thoughts and insights. Now, as I promised, here are my thoughts. First, this is largely a matter of judgment. The Bible doesn’t specify how a […]
What Do You Think About Church Buildings?
I’d like to talk for a few minutes about something that is largely in the realm of opinion. I have some thoughts myself and will post them in a separate article soon. But for the moment, I’d like to pose a question and have you offer your thoughts here on the blog. Here it is: […]
What About the Poor?
Jesus said, “the poor you always have with you…” (John 12:8). He was correct. In his day the poor were seen begging for bread among the streets and highways. Jesus loved these people deeply and seemed to have a special place in his heart for them. The poor were often drawn to Jesus because he […]
Mercedes Drive Gospel Meeting
It’s a great honor to be speaking this weekend to the Christians near Vance, Alabama. Located between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham this small community came to prominence some years ago when Mercedes-Benz built their first North American automobile assembly plant here. The area has grown and is continuing to grow along the I-20 corridor. For many […]
Indian Creek Youth Camp Begins Today!
Indian Creek Youth Camp is underway! Campers from as far away as Virginia will converge on the wooded hills of Walker County, Alabama today as we begin our 6th summer youth camp under the direction of Clark Sims of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Clark always does a fine job of preparing and running the week for about […]
Speaking in Muscatine, Iowa
I am blessed to be in Muscatine, Iowa this week to teach the adult class for their Vacation Bible School and then to preach for them on Sunday. I was with the brethren there some years ago and was warmly received by them. I look forward to seeing them again. I also have a string […]
Niceville, Florida
Thanks to Joe Palmer and the good people at the Niceville church of Christ. I was invited to speak there tonight on the subject of Surrendering to God. The story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 was the text. As before I was treated very well. As an “extra” we witnessed the new birth of […]
Niceville, Florida
Thanks to Joe Palmer and the good people at the Niceville church of Christ. I was invited to speak there tonight on the subject of Surrendering to God. The story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 was the text. As before I was treated very well. As an “extra” we witnessed the new birth of […]
A Call for Courage in the Pulpit
Preaching is the finest task a man can do. There is no more demanding work than that of a dedicated spokesman for God. The task is too important to be left to last-minute-find-a-sermon-on-the-internet kind of preachers. The preparation is hard and the presentation exhausting. To be sound, preaching must be done with courage. Sound gospel […]
