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Life is full of challenges that we must sooner or later face. The storms that oftentimes rage about us, come at us for a reason (Romans 8:28,35-39). Note that in making a finished wood product, sandpaper is used in order to sand down the rough surface, making it smooth for varnishing. Trials and tribulations are … Continue reading “The Hope That Sustains – Bible study”

When we become a Christian, there is a spiritual birth that must take place which identifies us as being children of God (John 3:5). Because of our being Gods children, we can now call upon God as our Father (Gal. 4:6). Emphasizing the above concept, Paul admonishes the Corinthian brethren who were attempting to hold … Continue reading “The Challenge Of Being Children Of God – Bible study”

After all of the presidential debates that have recently taken place among the hopefuls, this writer has observed that there are few among the candidates that seem to display any real humility. The story is told that Benjamin Franklin once made a list of character qualities that he wanted to develop in his own life. … Continue reading “The Elusiveness Of Humility – Bible study”

In the October-December 2011 issue of the Magnolia Messenger, pg. 17, is a tribute to brother Ray Gilbert, who recently passed on to be with the Lord (also see article from the Oct/Dec., 2010 issue, pg. 14). Brother Gilbert was a faithful member of the South Huntington congregation in Kosciusko, Mississippi, and at 88 years … Continue reading ““The Man At The Top Of The Stairs” – Bible study”

Yes.I think perhaps I will do better this time around. I have learned from my past mistakes and surely I wont repeat the same ones again! Right? I dont want to repeat my failures. But then again, without failures how would I learn? God lets us trip on our own feet. We only learn when … Continue reading “A New Start For A New Year …. Looking Ahead – Bible study”

The following above entitled article was written by sister Joy Jensen, who along her missionary husband, George, live in Iringa, Tanzania (see map). Joy asks this question: “Are we, as parents, asking too much, regarding standards we expect for the future mates of our children?“ She then asks 11 questions in the form of expectations, … Continue reading “It Bears Repeating — Are We Asking Too Much? – Bible study”

Jesus declares Himself to be the great Gatherer. He came first to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. He came to His own and His own received Him not, and He said: How often would I have gathered your children together, even as a hen gathers her chickens under his wings, and you … Continue reading “Jesus, The Great Gatherer – Bible study”

In Psalm 117, we find the following words recorded: “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles! Laud Him, all you peoples! For His merciful kindness [love] is great toward us, and the truth of the Lord [faithfulness] endures forever. Praise the Lord!” Contained in this hallelujah psalm is a reminder to all nations of the world … Continue reading “A Brief Reminder To All Nations – Bible study”

The church of the first century as established by Christ through His apostles, was not a denomination, but simply and purely the church and spiritual body of Christ upon the earth. On this, most all will agree. But on the necessity of returning to that status, and on the means of doing this, few will … Continue reading “Back To The Original Church – Bible study”

The story is told of a rich industrialist who was disturbed to find a fisherman reclining lazily on the deck of his boat. Why arent you out there fishing? he asked. Because Ive caught enough fish for today, said the fisherman. Why dont you catch more fish than you need? the rich man asked. What … Continue reading “Working To Acquire More? We'll Never Acquire Enough – Bible study”