Miscellany

We have just passed the first Sunday in December; a month that contains our greatest holiday: Christmas! Christmas means a lot to different folks, but in America it still means family, friends, and fellowship. Of course the real meaning of … Continued

“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.” Psalm 16:11 In this verse, we see three things mentioned: a path, a presence, and pleasures. … Continued

Have you heard the phrase, “Fall is the best time of all”? Fall is certainly a time of change from the summer heat to cooler temperatures (lows in the 50s and highs in the 80s in Alabama). Schools are in … Continued

One of the main articles in the current Sword of the Lord (available in the foyer) states that there is a “Last Day’s War” within the churches. No one wants to express a position which would appear to be against … Continued

In a recent conversation with a friend, the comment was made that these are crazy days in which we are living. I believe to a certain degree that is true! While our lives have not drastically changed, there is an … Continued

If you were to go around asking people what would make them happier, you’d get answers like a new car, a bigger house, a raise in pay, winning a lottery, a face-lift, more kids, fewer kids, a new restaurant to … Continued

A farmer, carrying a bag of potatoes on his back, was asked by a skeptic, “How do you know you are saved?” The farmer took a few steps, then dropped the bag and said, “How do I know I have … Continued

Many years ago, a pastor called the local paper with the topic for his Sunday sermon: “The Lord is My Shepherd.” “Is that all?” asked the editor. The pastor replied, “That’s enough.” He was amused and blessed when he read … Continued