Our world looks at “doing nice things for others” or “helping others” and sometimes asks, “Ok, well, what’s in it for me? What do I get out of it?” If we are not careful (as Christians), that same mentality can creep into our hearts. We must be vigilant to guard against it. Jesus addressed this topic in Luke chapter 6, with three scenarios: “…if you love…
Let's Go Back to the Bible
Let's Go Back to the Bible
Posts by David Sproule (Page 102)
One of the most sobering passages in the Bible is found at the end of the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 7. Jesus pleaded with His disciples to “Enter by the narrow gate,” because “many” will miss it and “go in” the wide gate “by” the broad way to destruction (7:13). Jesus used that same word—“many”—nine verses later to reveal what would happen…
Is there a tougher job on earth than being an elder in the Lord’s church? I will save you some time—the answer is “No!” Think about it. Most of the time they are paid zero dollars. Yet, they are responsible for the most valuable thing on this earth—the local congregation of the Lord’s church and the souls of each of the members. …
Do you suppose the apostle Paul ever had Christians telling him how great he was, how wonderful his sermons were, how talented a preacher he was? No doubt he did. That’s the nature of people. Some even went so far as to hold him up as “their preacher” and to claim, “I am of Paul” (1 Cor. 1:12). Do you think that went to Paul’s head?…
While speaking with one of our elderly members on the phone, this member made the following observation about the generous spirit that seems to permeate this congregation and leads to incredibly large contributions: “I think we probably have some members who are not able to give what they give, but they deny themselves in order to give to the Lord.” Think about that…
What a blessing it is to be a part of the Palm Beach Lakes congregation! The heart of this church and the heart of this eldership is such a tremendous encouragement! The announcements made this past Sunday were thrilling to hear, as we continue to see great vision from our elders! Even in the midst of a difficult 2020, our elders were…
As Paul was encouraging the church in Colosse in “the steadfastness of [their] faith in Christ” (Col. 2:5), he urged them to focus intently on what they had “received” (2:6)—i.e., “been taught” (2:7)—regarding “Christ Jesus our Lord” and to “so walk in Him” (2:6). He did not want their faith to waver, so he appealed to them to have their faith “firmly rooted”…
“I’ve got a right to do what I want to do!” How many have ever said that? How many Christians have ever said that? But, give this some thought. Even if something is not necessarily a sin, does that mean I’ve got a “right” to do it? One question I must always ask myself is: “What impact will this decision have on others, especially upon my fellow…