Author: Brandon Maurer
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Pursue Peace
One of the most challenging instructions found in God’s word is Hebrews 12:14, “Pursue peace with all men…” As we strive to live as faithful and obedient Christians while surrounded…
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How Is Your Investment?
With tax season is right around the corner, the stock market regularly reaching all-time highs, and stimulus payments from our government as a normal way of life, our nation’s financial…
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Connected
One of the greatest blessings that come with being added to the Lord’s church is being connected, and in the coming year, we plan to focus on some of what…
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Have You Grown?
Have You Grown? In 2 Corinthians 13:5, Paul wrote, “examine yourselves!” As this year began, we were encouraged to stand up tall against a spiritual ruler, set spiritual goals to…
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No Returns and No Exchanges
Each December, we buy, give, open, and sometimes return almost countless gifts. As a kid, I remember thinking that every year, at least one item was always broken right out…
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Is It Wrong to Take a Little Social Drink?
(Taken from the December 28, 1975 Bulletin) This reminds me of dear old brother J.D. Tant’s answer to a similar question. He said “I suppose it is no more sin…
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The Mercies of God
Paul in the book of Romans writes: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which…
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Some Cried: Lunatic
The first century Jew living in Palestine did not know what to make of Jesus of Nazareth. Some thought he was a prophet. Others rejected Him completely. The Bible says,…
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Muscle and a Shovel Week 9
Verses from Book Rom. 5:10 2 Cor. 5:11 2 Cor. 5:18 Acts 20:28 Col. 1:18 Matt. 22:29
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Read The Manual!
Why are Americans reluctant to read the instructions that come with new products? Too often, consumers struggle with (or even end up returning) items they can’t figure out how to…