Psalm 1 contrasts for us two paths of life: the way of the righteous versus the way of the ungodly. This chapter describes the characteristics of both ways, and then concludes with the end for each course of life. The way of the righteous is known by the Lord; the righteous have intimate fellowship and…
Month: February 2021
A Brief Note on Annointing
Studying through 1 John presently on the radio brought to mind some interesting facts about the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. John uses the word “anointing” with reference to the work of the Spirit. In the Old Testament, anointing had two purposes: Priests were anointed to ceremonially prepare them for their ministerial…
Psalm 30 | Hugh Sanders
We were blessed to have Elder Hugh Sanders fill a special appointment at Flint River last night, Monday November 25, 2019. His message, an exposition of Psalm 30, was very encouraging. You can watch it via the Marchtozion youtube channel or download it in mp3 format. MP3 version: Click here to download
Faith: Miracles and Belief
Is there a direct correlation between miracles and belief? In other words, do miracles performed by Christians guarantee that unbelievers will believe in Jesus Christ? This dynamic was recently posed to me in discussion. Without consideration of the ongoing debate concerning apostolic gifts, let’s seek to answer this question. First, there are many case studies…
Rainbows in the Rearview Mirror
Last week I was on the road for four days traveling for work and church in Tennessee. I was sick most of the week so it had not been the most fun trip overall. As I was beginning my return trip, after driving through a stiff rain and pretty strong winds for quite a few…
Three Historic Theologians on the Johannine Comma
It has become popular today for those who deny the authenticity of the Johannine Comma (1 John 5:7) to speak condescendingly of those who believe it is inspired by saying they went “Full Comma.” Just remember, when you mock those that believe it is inspired you may be condemning some of your heroes from the…
Simple Worship of Christ
“Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will I sing praise unto thee.” – Hebrews 2:12 In the Primitive Baptist Church, our worship is very simple: we preach, we sing, we pray. That simplistic worship is actually quite contrary to the complicated manner of worship that is typically…
Qualifications of the Minister
The qualifications of the ministry aren’t a suggestion. If a candidate doesn’t fit these, he’s not qualified. If a preacher who was once steadfast falls from this standard, he’s no longer qualified. We all fail, myself daily. But these qualifications are what they are, and no one is to get a free pass. Each of…
Thoughts on Acts 2:38
“Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.” (Acts 2:38) These men here on the day of Pentecost were already “devout men” (pious, godly men; Acts 2:5) and were pricked…