Category Archives: influence

Remember

Posted on October 31, 2022 by glenn

Recently I visited the congregation where I was converted almost five decades ago. The occasion was to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the congregation in that small town. As I sat there, so many memories came to mind. I thought … Continue reading →

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A Job Worth Doing

Posted on October 5, 2022 by glenn

I was encouraged recently after a church event when I saw one of our young mothers jump right in and help with the cleanup. She had three small children of her own and no one would have thought less of … Continue reading →

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And IF he repents, forgive

Posted on May 18, 2021 by glenn

This question is sometimes asked. If someone wrongs me and refuses to repent, am I required to forgive them? The passage below is referenced. Take heed to yourselves. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him, and if he repents, … Continue reading →

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To Be or Not To Be

Posted on March 8, 2021 by glenn

The phrase is a familiar one. It actually comes from Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The lead character is considering life with its troubles and pain but acknowledges the alternative might be worse. And so Prince Hamlet begins a lengthy speech with the … Continue reading →

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Adoption

Posted on February 14, 2021 by glenn

I never really gave much thought to couples when they adopted a child. Oh sure, I thought it was a good thing but I just didn’t give it much thought. I remember my high school English teacher and her husband … Continue reading →

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Nautical Terms 2

Posted on February 10, 2021 by glenn

We are looking at a series of lessons from the Nautical Terms found in the Bible. Today we will look at the book of James. The New Testament contains many references to water. Jesus walked on the water. He showed … Continue reading →

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Nautical Terms

Posted on February 4, 2021 by glenn

In the times of the New Testament writings, many passages included a reference to water. Jesus walked on the water. He showed His power over nature when He spoke and calmed the stormy sea. One of His appearances after the … Continue reading →

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Man and His Lineage

Posted on June 20, 2020 by glenn

Proverbs 20:7 His children are blessed after him. A faithful man leaves a good name. Proverbs 22:1 – A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches Ecclesiastes 7:1 – A good name is better than precious ointment … Continue reading →

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Man and Wisdom

Posted on June 18, 2020 by glenn

One of the characteristics of a faithful man is wisdom. Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water. But a man of understanding will draw it out. Prov 20:5 The NLT translation renders the passage, “Though good advice … Continue reading →

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A Man and His Work

Posted on June 17, 2020 by glenn

Contained within chapter 20 of the book of Proverbs are several characteristics of a faithful man. One of these characteristics is that a man will work. The lazy man will not plow. Prov 20:4 The Scriptures are filled with similar … Continue reading →