The Children of Israel were required by Pharoah to work seven days per week when they were slaves in Egypt. After they were liberated, the Lord commanded them: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. (Exodus 20:8) The Lord expected the Children of Israel… Read more
“Christ” is derived from the Greek christós, meaning the “Anointed One.” This title corresponds to the Hebrew-derived “Messiah.” * * * Genesis 16 [13] And she (Hagar) called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have… Read more
Last Sunday I gave a talk in my church at the request of my bishop. The assigned topic was “The Five Elements of Missionary Preparation,” presumably for the benefit of young men and women. I have been concerned, however, that many of our young people… Read more
When we spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, we receive forgiveness for our own sins. * * * The following verse applies to both the giver and receiver. Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save… Read more
Matthew 10:38 And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me. * * * Luke 9:23 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross… Read more
Both the Tabernacle and the Temple in Jerusalem had an inner room called the “Holy of Holies” which had a thick curtain or veil that separated it from the outer room. This inner room was God’s special dwelling place in the midst of his people.… Read more
The united tribes of Israel had grown steadily in wealth, power and glory or 120 years, under the reigns of Saul, David and Solomon. Solomon’s son Rehoboam became the next king. Rehoboam raised the taxes, which caused the northern tribes to rebel against him. Jeroboam… Read more
Mark 9 [38] And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbad him, because he followeth not us. [39] But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which… Read more
One of the first references to Zion in the Bible is: Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David. (2 Samuel 5:7). This scripture refers to a military battle in which David captured a fortress on Mount Zion… Read more
The Lord doesn’t care at all if we spend our days working in marble halls or stable stalls. He knows where we are, no matter how humble our circumstances. He will use—in His own way and for His holy purposes—those who incline their hearts to… Read more