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Just Finish the Race!
OCT 05 There's alot of competetive sports and events going on this time of year. There is a race to win in almost every one. Each is looking for a winner. In our spiritual lives it's a little different. More>>
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Does God Give Up On Me?
Jan 05 Does God Give Up (on me)? We have all experienced it. That feeling of uncertainty. The sense of fear that maybe this time was one failure too many. After all we did have plenty of time to learn and do what was right, we just haven't gotten it right. More>>
Start Digging!
Jan 05 “As they pass through the Valley of Baca, They make it a spring; The rain also covers it with pools." Ps 84:6 The Valley of Baca has been translated both as the Valley of Weeping and The Thirsty Valley. More>>
Some Ideas for Studying the Bile
Jan 05 “The heart of the righteous studies how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours forth evil” (Prov. 15:28). From time to time the question comes up about how to start an effective study of the Bible. More>>
The Silver Lining
FEB 05 The Silver Lining Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!—Philippians 4:4. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. More>>
Proven Ways to Get Along Better With EVERYONE
FEB 05 Proven Ways to Get Along Better With EVERYONE 1.Before you say anything to anyone, ask yourself 3 things: 1. Is it true? 2. Is it kind? 3. Is it necessary? 2. Make promises sparingly and keep them faithfully. More>>
The Unfolding of a Rose
MARCH 05 The Unfolding of a Rose A young, new preacher was walking with an older, more seasoned preacher in the garden one day and feeling a bit insecure about what God had for him to do, he was inquiring of the older preacher. More>>
Do Religious People Need Conversion?
MARCH 05 DO RELIGIOUS PEOPLE NEED CONVERSION? By James D. Burns Should we attempt to convert religious people, or should the gospel be presented only to those who have no religion? Some contend that we should “leave religious people alone” when it comes to attempts at conversion. More>>
GIVING WITH LOVE or NO SICK BABY?
MARCH 05 GIVING WITH LOVE or NO SICK BABY? The following story is told in "The Best of Bits and Pieces": Robert De Vincenzo, the great Argentine golfer, once won a tournament and, after receiving the check and smiling for the cameras, he went to the clubhouse and prepared to leave. More>>
GOSPEL MEETING TO BEGIN SUNDAY
APRIL 05 GOSPEL MEETING TO BEGIN NEXT SUNDAY Trenton, GA— The Trenton Church of Christ will have a Gospel meeting starting April 10, 2005 at their building in the NW Georgia town. This effort is one that will feature a ‘hometown’ speaker in Milton Stephens who now preaches for the church in Lynnville, TN. More>>
My Daddy is the pilot and he’s taking me home!
APRIL 05 My Daddy is the pilot and he’s taking me home! Years ago, I was enthralled as I listened to a preacher who for a number of years had faithfully served the church. His speaking appointments had taken him all over this country. More>>
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The Plan of Salvation
God’s Plan for Man’s Salvation Believe—John 3:16; Heb. 11:6 Faith includes works and obedience James 2:14-26 Repent—Acts 17:30; 2 Peter 3:9 Confess Jesus as Lord—Rom 10:9-10; Matt 10:32-33 Baptism—Mark 16:16; Acts 22:16 Baptism is: Burial—Immersion—Col 2:12; Rom 6:4 Resurrection—Col 2:12; Rom 6:4 For Salvation—1 Peter 3:21; Acts 2:38 Be Faithful—Rev. More>>
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That's When a Man Needs a Brother
Jan 05 ~~ That's When A Man Needs A Brother ~~ Lonely and alone, discouraged and empty hearted That's when a man needs a brother When the burden is heavy, the load to much to bear That's when a man needs a brother When in despair, and needing someone to care That's when a man needs a brother When the strong arm on your shoulders make the tears flow free That's when a man needs a brother When the words,"we'll make it through together" seem so sweet That's when a man needs a brother When courage is needed and strength to carry on That's when a man needs a brother When you think you can do it alone That's when a man needs a brother --Author Unknown More>>
YOU WILL NEVER BE SORRY
Jan 05 ~~~ YOU WILL NEVER BE SORRY ~~~ ...for thinking before acting. ...for hearing before judging. ...for forgiving your enemies. ...for being candid and frank in love. ...for helping a fallen brother. More>>
I Cannot......but I will....
Jan 05 I was going through my collection of poems and pieces today and found this one which always brings a tear to my eye, share it with your friends: I cannot ease your aching heart, Nor take your pain away, But let me stay and take your hand And walk with you today! More>>
~~~ Love In The Home ~~~
Jan 05 If I live in a house of spotless beauty with everything in its place, but have not love, I am a housekeeper--not a homemaker. If I have time for waxing, polishing, and decorative achievements, but have not love, my children learn cleanliness--not godliness. More>>
I Know Something Good About You!
JAN 05 I Know Something Good About You Wouldn't this old world be better, If the folks we meet would say: I know something good about you, And then treat us just that way! Wouldn't it be fine and dandy, If each hand-clasp warm and true Carried with it this assurance I know something good about you! More>>
ABC's of Friendship
ABC's Of Friendship (A)ccepts you as you are (B)elieves in "you" (C)alls you just to say HI" (D)oesn't give up on you (E)nvisions the whole of you(even the unfinished parts) (F)orgives your mistakes (G)ives unconditionally (H)elps you (I)nvites you over (J)ust "be" with you (K)eeps you close at heart (L)oves you for who you are (M)akes a difference in your life (N)ever Judges (O)ffers support (P)icks you up (Q)uiets your fears (R)aises your spirits (S)ays nice things about you (T)ells you the truth when you need to hear it (U)nderstands you (V)alues you (W)alks beside you (X)-plains things you don't understand (Y)ells when you won't listen and (Z)aps you back to reality More>>
Anyway
FEB 05 Anyway People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway. More>>
I Dreamed of Heaven
MARCH 05 I Dreamed of Heaven I dreamed of Heaven the other night And the pearly gates swung wide, Jesus with His halo bright Ushered me inside. And there to my astonishment Stood folks I judged and labeled As quite unfit, of little worth And spiritually disabled. More>>
God Forgives Completely
JULY 05 God Forgives Completely The East West Promise (Ps 103:12) "...as far as the east is from the west, so far he removes our transgressions from us." The Stain Remover Promise (Isa 1:18) ". More>>
I AM A CHRISTIAN
July 05 I AM A CHRISTIAN When I say ... "I am a Christian" I'm not shouting "I'm clean living." I'm whispering "I was lost" Now I'm found and forgiven. When I say ... "I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride I'm confessing that I stumble And need CHRIST to be my guide. More>>
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Walker's Wanderings
MAY 09 One Percent Is Than You Think
One percent doesn't sound like much but it really depends on the number that the one percent comes from. For example, what is one percent of a dollar? The answer is one little ole' penny. Now that doesn't sound too big does it, but how about one percent of ten thousand dollars? More>>
AM I A PHARISEE OR A PUBLICAN?
JAN 05 Do you remember the parable Jesus told about the Pharisee and the publican who went up to the temple to pray (Luke 18:9-14)? Well, as Jesus told the story the Pharisee prayed and thanked God that he was not like other men:extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like the publican. More>>
THREE PENNIES
JAN 05 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phil. 4:13 One day,many years ago, the Catholic nun, Sister Teresa met with and told her superiors, " I have three pennies and a dream to build an orphanage. More>>
HELPING OTHERS
JAN 05 HELPING OTHERS Now that 2004 is closed and we have a chance to look back, there are a number of things we can be proud of accomplishing. Some of these figures may be not 100% accurate but they should be in the ball park and give you an idea of some of the things we accomplished in 2004. More>>
What;s Right With The Lord's Church
FEB 05 What's Right With the Church? Don Walker The church for which Jesus died, for which He paid the price of His “precious blood,” is exactly what God wanted it to be and what He intended it to be. More>>
Drinking from my Saucer
FEB 05 DRINKING FROM MY SAUCER I saw this little article a number of years ago and it meant a great deal to me then, but just recently I came across it in my files and like most really good things, it seemed just as , or maybe even more applicable now. More>>
PRIME THE WELL OR TAKE A DRINK?
FEB 05 PRIME THE WELL OR TAKE A DRINK? "On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, "If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. "He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water. More>>
Let Every Man Be Slow to Speak
FEB 05 James 1:19 Someone has made the observation that our ears are out in the open, exposed and unguarded while our tongues are concealed behind ivory bars. James wrote, "Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. More>>
BE THANKFUL
MARCH 05 BE THANKFUL! "And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful" Col 3:15 ESV "Be thankful." Such a simple phrase, but what did Paul mean? More>>
What a Blessed Week!
MARCH 05 WHAT A BLESSED WEEK! March 13, 2005 Words can hardly express how much of a blessing it was for Jamie and me to be able to attend the lectureship at Faulkner last week. We were blessed to be able to hear a number of great lessons and sermons from some of the most encouraging brothers in the Lord’s church. More>>
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