Spending time in God’s Word is one of the most important aspects of daily spiritual growth. Allowing God’s Word to impact your life will not happen unless you are exposing yourself to it consistently. Bible reading is perhaps the most critical of the spiritual disciplines. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Bible Reading Plans”] I’ve written several times in…
Coffee Break – 12.28.2015
On this day in history: In 1732, The Pennsylvania Gazette, owned by Benjamin Franklin, ran an ad for the first issue of Poor Richard’s Almanack. In 1836, Mexico’s independence was recognized by Spain. And in 1895, the world’s first commercial movie screening takes place at the Grand Cafe in Paris. Read more about it here….
Memorize Scripture: Philippians 3:19
As Paul winds up the third chapter of Philippians, he finishes his description of those enemies of the cross of Christ, and a beautiful depiction of those who believe in him. You can see this passage for yourself in Philippians 3:19: [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Philippians 3:19″] Verse 19 is a very discouraging verse, and is negative…
Coffee Break – 12.21.2015
Christmas is this week. To celebrate the birth of our Savior, enjoy this week’s edition of Coffee Break, and read again about the birth of Jesus Christ. Merry Christmas! [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Coffee Break Banner – Christmas Edition”] Matthew 1:18-23 Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had…
Memorize Scripture: Philippians 3:17-18
As Paul continues to encourage the Philippians, he gives a stark contrast between disciples and those who reject Christ. You can see this week’s passage in Philippians 3:17-18: [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Philippians 3:17-18″] First off, Paul encourages the Philippian believers to follow the example set for them by himself and his coworkers when they were in…
Reading The Bible Daily
As a minister, one of the questions I hear most frequently concerns spending time in God’s Word. How often should I read? How much? Questions like these surround developing the discipline of Bible reading. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Bible”] Simply put, a disciple is one who follows someone. In more exact terms, a disciple is one who…