The final book of the Old Testament, Malachi, gives us a touching picture of a small group of God’s people who gathered together and spoke to one another about the Lord. As we reflect on the final verses of Chapter 3, we can see that this activity, of speaking about the Lord together in the midst of widespread trouble and decline, can have many beneficial effects on us.
The story of the creation of Eve from Adam’s rib gives a powerful picture of the intimate relationship between Christ and His bride: the Church. May we be encouraged to live in light of this blessed position we have as members of His own body.
Reflecting on the desire of King David to build the Lord a house of cedar, Brother Laurel Smalling encouraged us to continue to wait on the Lord and submit our desires to Him regarding our regathering. Surely, the Lord’s timing is perfect.
Some thoughts of encouragement from the prayer of Jabez, one of the most famous (and often misunderstood) prayers of the Old Testament.
The Bible is constantly reminding us that God’s power and might are revealed when we are at our weakest. Indeed, this seems to be a central theme of 2 Corinthians, the book we are studying together on Thursday nights. And no Old Testament character embodies this truth more than Gideon.
We were challenged by the life and legacy of Enoch, drawing important lessons from his example for our own walk with the Lord.
The story of Ebed-Melech, the Ethiopian eunuch in Jeremiah 38–39, provides a touching example of the godly love described in the “Love Chapter,” 1 Corinthians 13.
During our Lord’s Day meeting, reflections on the glory of the Lord Jesus brought our minds back to the claim by the Queen of Sheba when confronted with the splendor and majesty of Solomon’s court: “Truly, the half has not been told.”
Moving from the final chapter of the Bible (Revelation 22) to Isaiah 55, we are challenged to come to Christ as the fountain of living water in order to find true satisfaction.
Romans 8 is an encouragement for us as we are reminded that nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.
The story of King Hezekiah’s reform policies is encouraging to us as we think about ways to pursue the Lord more closely and revive our hearts for worship.
Many of us were troubled by a video showing some officers that refused to stoop down and help up a man they had shoved to the ground. On the other hand, the Lord Jesus is an example of one who didn’t refuse to stoop. By looking at the story of the good Samaritan, we can see some of the barriers that often keep us from helping those who clearly need help.
In the Garden of Gethsemane, the Lord’s disciples faced one of their darkest nights. But the Lord was with them. Reflecting on this scene from Matthew 26 and John 18, we can learn several important lessons for ourselves as we pass through difficult experiences.
Thoughts shared from the final days of the Lord's time here on earth can encourage us as we reflect on His love, power, and promises.
This is a brief Mother’s Day message on Deborah, given during our Lord’s Day Zoom meeting. May we all learn from her example of courage and faithfulness in the midst of social and spiritual decline.
Here are a few thoughts shared on our Sunday morning Zoom call by Brother Colbert Martin concerning the Lord Jesus being worshiped by two individuals who have seen Him clearly. May we imitate them in their devotion!
A brief Resurrection Morning meditation on the disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24). May we be encouraged by the way the resurrected Lord draws near these two troubled followers as we endure our own strange season of trouble.
March 8th is celebrated across the globe as International Women’s Day. The day is set aside to draw attention to the worldwide struggle for women’s rights and freedom from oppression. Sadly, throughout human history, women have suffered disproportionately in all cultures and epochs. But the world’s attempts to free or empower women have often led only to new forms of bondage. The true women’s liberation movement was inaugurated by the Lord Jesus when He came proclaiming the Kingdom of God. By considering four women’s encounters with Jesus, we can see the power that can be gained by giving Him our heart, body, mind, and entire life.
The Lord Jesus is completely unique and peerless. He is both the mighty Lion of Judah and the meek and lowly Lamb of God. As we come to Him, we can be assured of both His willingness and ability to come to our aid.
Considering five passages where we hear the voice of God calling us to come, Brother Ken Huebner reminds us all that when we come to Jesus, we are satisfied with the richest of fare, filled to the overflow with His Spirit, and able to bless those around us.