2 Timothy 3 Introduction We can characterize the life journey of Paul as an oceans voyage (2 Corinthians 11:16-33). Here he is warning Timothy that his life, and he is to inform his disciples also, is going to be a … Continue reading →

The writer of Proverbs (21:9) observes that “It is better to live in a corner of the housetop [on the flat roof, exposed to the weather] Than in a house shared with a quarrelsome (contentious) woman.” It is rather fascinating … Continue reading →

When asked to fill a pulpit recently, I prayerfully went to my computer list of sermons and chose “Assumptions, the Fuel of Conflict,” based on I Chronicles 19. The church had a fellowship lunch following the morning service. A young … Continue reading →

Introduction Here is an excellent suggestion for starting the new year: use God’s solution to eradicate that woe, which already has a long history and has done a lot of damage. Choose not to add another chapter to its history. … Continue reading →

Deuteronomy 11 Introduction:Two questions are paramount as we are on the verge of a New Year, a wedding, or the start of a career. They are: 1. What is a successful life? Once I have settled upon this answer, I … Continue reading →

First Peter 5:6-10 Introduction The context of this book is frightening. Peter’s flock were refugees from persecution under Nero. They fled Rome to save their lives but left their lives (homes and livelihoods) behind. What was their tendency? The same … Continue reading →

Introduction The book of Proverbs is often viewed as an incohesive gathering of Proverbial says. I would suggest that the mind of Solomon and those who built upon him under Divine inspiration was a bit more complex. The first three … Continue reading →