Posts from November 2025 (Page 2)
Let the Beauty of Jesus Be Seen in My Obedience – Bryce Mayfield
Obedience is an appealing characteristic. Not only to God and Jesus (John 14:15), but also to mankind. Parents, consider the pleasant thought of asking your children to wash the dishes and, with a simple, “Yes sir” or “Yes ma’am,” they immediately obey without raising objection. Such a thought would likely make any parent smile. This could be because obedience is learned and takes discipline or because this character trait has, seemingly, become less common in our society. Whatever the case…
What Mean These Stones? – Ronnie Scherffius
Israel’s crossing the Jordan River (Josh. 3:1-17) was a memorable event in the nation’s history. It marked another chapter in the fulfillment of God’s promise to give the land to Abraham’s descendants (Gen. 12:6-7; 17:8; 26:3; et al.), and the circumstances surrounding their crossing (Josh. 3:14-17) served as a declaration to the Canaanites that the people of God had arrived (Josh. 2:1-11). The crossing of the Jordan River has also been an inspiration to songwriters. How familiar are the words:…
Mow the Grass Before It Gets Too High
Growing up, it did not rain much in our small, dusty town out in West Texas. Most of the time, everything was dry and dead… However, once or twice a year, we would get a massive storm that dumped rain on the parched land. This rain caused everything to grow EXTREMELY fast. What once was desolate would become green and lush (at least for a week or two). After these rains, my dad would tell us boys, “You better mow…
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