Observation The Bible is an extremely fascinating book. I have read Mark’s account of Resurrection Sunday multiple times over more than sixty years of “walking in newness of life” (Rom 6:4). Yet, with today’s reading of this passage, the Spirit … Continue reading →

The Two Strategies of Satan I long ago concluded that Satan ultimately has only two strategies though many devices to execute these strategies. The two strategies are to deny the Word of God or to question the Word of God. … Continue reading →

The setting Early on, in the book of Mark, I often compare the book as rather a slide show. My father-in-law recorded vacations with pictures. His slide shows often came out at a family gathering. In 30 minutes to an … Continue reading →

I Samuel 7 Introduction Israel had become addicted to idolatry, and foreign gods. Though “Thus the word of Samuel came to all Israel” (4:1), they persisted in idolatry for the first twenty years of his prophetic ministry. It cost them … Continue reading →

Tensions Are Healthy Stimming Culture When I first came to the Presbyterian Church in America, I found the debating and the sluggish government tiring. And then I remembered that our national civil government was modeled after my church government, and … Continue reading →

“Keep on Keeping on” The Setting The man who replaced me when I retired five years ago decided to move on to another ministry. To make a long story short, I returned to my previous position for three days a … Continue reading →

The Changing of a Culture The family has been the bedrock of American culture from the day the Mayflower landed and dispersed its passengers. A socialist approach to economics was quickly nixed. From time to time, there were experiments with … Continue reading →

How does a man learn how to be a Dad? I grew up with a hardworking German father. He was great at math though he only went through the fourth grade. Unfortunately, he could not understand why I was not … Continue reading →

Here are ten considerations or lessons for family members drawn from I Samuel chapters one and two. Old Testament narratives provide great visual illustrations of New Testament principles for Christian living. From time to time I will be posting such … Continue reading →

“She complains all the time. I cannot do anything right,” shouted George. “He is never satisfied with the way I do dishes or clean the bathroom or even put on my makeup”, said Paula through sobs of frustration. “My mother-in-law simply … Continue reading →