If I’m forgiven because of Christ, why ask for forgiveness?
The following question was posed to our friend, the Rev. Roger Wagner (pastor at Bayview OPC, Chula Vista, CA), on Facebook recently. His answer reminds us of many biblical truths. "Ever since I got saved, I have been told to pray for forgiveness for my sins. I am...
God’s Providence (again)
At the close of his life, General Lee wrote to a friend in an effort to encourage him about the sad events they had endured. He acknowledged his failures and errors, but went on to say that in spite of these he did not despair of the future: "The truth is this: The...
God’s hard providence …
"We failed, but in the good providence of God apparent failure often proves a blessing." –Robert E. Lee (quoted by Steve Wilkins in Call of Duty: The Sterling Nobility of Robert E. Lee)
To minister to and serve …
"... remember that the ultimate goal of hospitality is ... to minister to and serve (others). The focus is on the open door, not the elaborate and full table. The purpose is not to entertain but to help, serve, and profit other people ...The open door signifies a...
Table Talk
Men’s Bible study and fellowship. We cover different topics each meeting as we seek to apply God’s Word to our lives and strengthen our calling as God’s men in this world. All men and older sons are invited to attend. Contact us for location and further...
What about this thing called Lent?
"What is this thing called Lent, and why should I care?" This coming Wednesday marks the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent. Many Christians, especially those raised in Evangelical and/or Reformed homes, are often...
Christian Health Insurance & Trusting God
A good reminder and encouragement from Pastor Laurence Windham. He ministers at Saint Peter Presbyterian Church (CREC) in Bristol, VA. "Isn’t it often that 'trouble' is the very situation where the Lord teaches us some of our greatest lessons? And isn’t it 'trouble'...
RIP Christian …
Great reading for a Sunday, the day we celebrate the resurrection of Christ (yes, every Sunday, not just Easter). This is a funeral / memorial message, but one that is "real" and celebrates what makes sense in the light of death. Someday we will all face death. Are...
The Last Shall be Dead?
This is a very appropriate matter to consider during the week in which we are sadly reminded of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to live by the maxim of survival of the fittest with the legalization of the murder of the tiniest and weakest of all people. "If we...
What’s a Baby Worth to You?
42 years since the 1/22/1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, and some 57 million aborted children later ... "It’s an ironic age, in so many ways, but strikingly in this: The higher we price children, the less we value them. ... "... millions of unborn babies are discarded because...