We live in a time when many folks have placed a high priority on physical fitness. How many do you know who have a “gym membership” or maybe a “home gym“? In some school systems, they had taken “gym class” out of the schedule, but now they’re bringing it back. Of course, in schools, “gym class” is often held in the gymnasium.…

“Have you a heart that’s weary, tending a load of care?” Life presents so many challenges to us-physically, emotionally, relationally, spiritually. Who doesn’t have a heart weighed down? “Are you a soul that’s seeking rest from the burden you bear?” When you’re carrying a heavy load, just about the only thing you can do is think about putting it down and resting!…

The words are so simple and so non-threatening, allowing the hearer the opportunity to observe and evaluate on his/her own. When two disciples asked Jesus where He was staying, He simply replied, “Come and see” (John 1:37-39). Later, when Jesus asked where Lazarus’ body had been laid after he died, the simple reply was, “Come and see” (John 11:34). Who among us…

Have a look around! Hey kids, prayer is not allowed in schools anymore! Hey kids, now you’re being taught about Darwin and evolution instead of God and creation! Hey kids, no more Bibles in school anymore either! Hey kids, take “under God” out of the pledge you say every morning! Hey  kids, you’re going to be taught about having two dads or…

In our advanced culture today, with all of the vast improvements we’ve made to society and life as a whole, it is a bit haunting to read what man used to be like. For example, consider this. At one time men “suppress[ed] the truth in unrighteousness…did not glorify [God] as God… became futile in their thoughts…changed the glory of the incorruptible God…

The death of big-time celebrities always grabs the headlines and grabs our attention, especially if the person was iconic in his/her field, a gifted entertainer and well-known by all ages. When this happens, we should be reminded of some important matters. We should be reminded that we ourselves will die one day, as that is appointed unto all (Heb. 9:27). We should…

We are all familiar with the concept of grace. Often defined as “unmerited favor,” when one is on the receiving end of grace, he receives favor (or a gift) which he does not deserve and has done nothing to earn. In our relationship with God, EVERYTHING that He gives to us is grace, for how could we ever deserve or earn anything…

Every Christian possesses and is sustained by hope. There is the “hope” of the resurrection from the dead (Acts 23:6; 1 Cor. 15). There is the “hope” of heaven (Col. 1:5; Heb. 6:19). There is the “hope” of eternal life (Tit. 1:2). There is the “hope” of brethren in the presence of Christ (1 Thess. 2:19). There is the “hope” of seeing…