Dean Collins 9/22/21 Dean Collins 9/22/21

All of us know about death, but there is life many have not discovered

We all know more about death than we’d like, but Paul talks about a different kind of death, a death some don’t realize they’ve experienced, a death everyone can escape.

Dean Collins 9/21/21 Dean Collins 9/21/21

The automobile accident that taught me—and my father—about God

Some remember how hard a no-power-assisted turn can be if you do it with one hand. My other hand was around my girlfriend’s shoulder when I made the turn. I did fine until I hit the pothole that jarred the car into a short cement post.

Dean Collins 9/20/21 Dean Collins 9/20/21

Bless the Lord, O my soul, & all that is within me, bless his name

The worship that changed me as a youth still challenges me now. I’m encouraged to pause and “bless the Lord” every day.

Mark A. Taylor 9/19/21 Mark A. Taylor 9/19/21

Sunday review: September 13-18

Think about those you meet every day, your family members or co-workers or neighbors. Have you thought about how your relationships with these people are a reflection of or boost to your relationship with God? This week’s posts help here. Choose a couple to read again. Maybe you’ll find one to share with one of these people in your life!

Mark A. Taylor 9/18/21 Mark A. Taylor 9/18/21

Why a Christian friend may bring us closer to God than anything else

Many speak of friends, but we too seldom see friendship as a spiritual pursuit.

Dean Collins 9/17/21 Dean Collins 9/17/21

The apostle gave a continuous improvement program for every believer

Paul had heard good things about the Ephesians, and he gave them a plan for growing even more.

Dean Collins 9/16/21 Dean Collins 9/16/21

When we catch someone in transgression, how should we respond?

Do we hear more about transgressions today because we ENJOY learning about others’ failings? And if so, how does this contrast with the Bible’s counsel for dealing with another’s sin?

Dean Collins 9/15/21 Dean Collins 9/15/21

The ancient prophet shows us how to stand up to evil even today

We might think Hezekiah deserved an easy time, but hardship came to him like it comes to all of us.

Dean Collins 9/14/21 Dean Collins 9/14/21

No matter our age, we can have impact by taking up Kingdom duties

I think about age differently now that I’m older. But I realize that some opportunities and responsibilities are as fresh for me now as ever.

Dean Collins 9/13/21 Dean Collins 9/13/21

How to know when you really should try for the ‘aloof’ award

It’s not a word we’d usually want to describe ourselves. But the Bible gives one circumstance when “aloof” is exactly how we should be!

Mark A. Taylor 9/12/21 Mark A. Taylor 9/12/21

Sunday review: September 6-11

We’re not alone in this world, which is a good thing, because as this week’s posts remind us, none of us can thrive if we try to survive alone. Choose a couple of these to read again, and decide which would be most encouraging for you to share with a friend.

Mark A. Taylor 9/11/21 Mark A. Taylor 9/11/21

Let’s develop our prayer habit to be ready for the next 9/11

Churches reported record attendance on the Sunday after the 9/11 terror attacks. But for many, prayer has again become a routine or forgotten duty. How will we be strong for the next crisis?

Dean Collins 9/10/21 Dean Collins 9/10/21

What should we remember when we obey ‘Remember your leaders’?

Of all the “to-dos” in Hebrews 13, here is one that could encourage and direct us most.

Dean Collins 9/9/21 Dean Collins 9/9/21

Just as Isaiah would not keep still, we must break the silence for those in need

God speaks through us in many ways besides words. Now is the time for us to act.

Dean Collins 9/7/21 Dean Collins 9/7/21

How to run your final lap, before your move to the bleachers

The throng contains more names than we can possibly list. And someday we will join them.

Dean Collins 9/6/21 Dean Collins 9/6/21

When we’re wondering what’s wrong, we may look in the wrong place

It’s easy to believe our problems are God’s fault. But maybe we need to turn the looking glass on ourselves.

Mark A. Taylor 9/5/21 Mark A. Taylor 9/5/21

Sunday review: August 30—September 4

Have you figured out how the circumstances of your life today fit into God’s big picture and purposes? This week’s posts encourage us to keep believing that God is at work, even when we can’t see how. Choose one or two to read again or share with a friend.