In a playful effort to encourage modest dress, the saying, “modest is hottest,” might be used. However, this phrase, if carefully considered, manifests a root problem. The saying is paradoxical. The concept of modesty in attire, and the slang use of the word “hot,” lie at opposite ends of the wardrobe spectrum. “Modest is hottest,” …
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A recent article on ESPN’s website disapproved of an infographic posted on the University of Washington’s Facebook Cheer page. The graphic depicted “Do’s” and “Don’t’s” of tryout attire. This “checklist” of the cheerleader appearance is not surprising, but is nonetheless an indication of the impiety in our society. Some of the “Do’s” include “Bronze, beachy …
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2 Peter 1:2-4 The knowledge of Him. A knowledge that gives, and is itself given. The Word which was in the beginning with God, and was God became flesh, and His glory was beheld. That glory – full of grace and truth as the only begotten of the Father – and that virtue – the …
Continue reading Article: “Add to your faith…”Social media has shown itself to be a convenient way to communicate and keep up with family and friends. Facebook is perhaps the most popular, or at least used to be. It provides us the ability to keep “followers” up to date with our latest interests and activities. There is immense potential for good to …
Continue reading Article: “What’s on your mind?”Paul aptly and concisely summarizes the mystery of godliness in his first letter to Timothy. He describes the mystery as great, as it is that which reveals the way to fellowship with God. “And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, …
Continue reading Sermon: Great is the Mystery of GodlinessI was recently invited to see the Oklahoma City Dodgers minor league baseball team. The experience was enjoyable as with any baseball game – good ballgame, good company, and good food. There wasn’t anything that occurred that hadn’t at any other game I have attended. Yet one thing seemed to stand out from the rest …
Continue reading Article: God Before CountryThose in the world dwell on things that are ungodly. They have an appetite for immoral, and disorderly things, and they “set their mind on earthly things” (cf. 3:19). In contrast, Paul, by inspiration, commands that the Christian meditate on things that are of virtue, and worthy of praise. Our thoughts should not be filled …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9This sermon examines the epistle of Jude. The epistle notes an important responsibility Christians have. They are to keep themselves in the love of God. There is a need to “contend for the faith” by standing opposed to ungodliness and all false doctrine. If we fail, there is punishment awaiting. Outline: “Keep yourselves in the …
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