June 5, 2023
June 11 | Warning for Idol Worshippers
This section of Jeremiah begins 13 oracles of God’s case against Judah that continue through chapter 25. . . .
Articles for tag: Repentance
June 5, 2023
June 11 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Warning for Idol Worshippers” (Jeremiah 2:1-13, 26-28; 4:1-2).
May 22, 2023
May 28 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Waiting” (Lamentations 3:19-33, 39-42, 55-58).
April 10, 2023
April 16 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Sinners Are Invited” (Mark 2:1-17).
April 7, 2023
Easter Meditation 5: Chief Priests and Teachers of the Law
In his fifth of six meditations in the week leading up to Easter, former editor Mark A. Taylor shares thoughts about the chief priests and teachers of the law . . . "Blinded by Self" (Matthew 27:32-44).
April 5, 2023
Easter Meditation 3: Roman Soldiers
In his third of six devotions in the week leading up to Easter, former editor Mark A. Taylor shares thoughts about the Roman soldiers who mocked and abused Christ . . . "Missing God" (Matthew 27:27-31; John 19:23-24).
April 4, 2023
Easter Meditation 2: Two Crucified with Christ
In his second of six devotions in the week leading up to Easter, former editor Mark A. Taylor shares thoughts about the two men crucified with Christ . . . "Hardened and Desperate" (Luke 23:32-43).
February 27, 2023
Breaking News
Unlike TV's typically tragic "breaking news," the church's breaking news is still “good news that will cause great joy” (Luke 2:10).
February 15, 2023
Revival at Asbury University: Don’t Miss the Spirit
My wife and I made the hourlong drive to Asbury University to witness the continuing revival taking place there. I was still an anxious skeptic as we entered the chapel service; I hoped we hadn’t wasted our time. . . .
January 23, 2023
January 29 | It’s About Distinction
Upon his arrival in Jerusalem in chapter 7, Ezra sized things up rather quickly. The exiles were in danger of turning back to the sinful ways that had caused them to go into captivity in the first place. Ezra was committed to nip that mindset in the bud.
January 16, 2023
January 22 | Discovery
What leadership traits do you see in Ezra?
October 10, 2022
October 16 | Rooted in Repentance
What do you do with a prodigal king? You allow him the privilege of repentance. . . .
August 29, 2022
September 4 | Discovery
How can you be a spiritual “watchman” for others? For whom will you “sound the trumpet” to warn them about impending spiritual danger?
June 13, 2022
June 19 | Experience My Compassion
The picture of God in both Jonah and Joel is one of compassion, which the Lord so wants us to experience.
June 13, 2022
June 19 | Discovery
What similarities do you see between how God treated Nineveh in Jonah 4 and Israel in Joel 2?
June 6, 2022
June 12 | Return to Me
Jonah was on the run. In chapter 1 he ran “from” God. In chapter 2 he ran “to” God. In chapter 3 he ran “with” God. And in chapter 4 he ran “counter” to God. God always desires for us to run to him in full repentance. . . .
May 8 | Application
I’m a sports fan, but I’m alarmed by the swift expansion of sports betting. Gambling is addictive and it threatens the integrity of athletic competition. . . .
April 4, 2022
April 10 | Application
They appeared to have nothing in common at all. People treated him like gold and they treated her like dirt . . .
January 3, 2022
Jan. 9 | Righteous Judgment
Our first two lessons in Romans deal with God’s righteous character evident in his wrath and judgment. Beneath the radar was the tension between Jew and Gentile in regard to salvation.
January 3, 2022
Jan. 9 | Discovery
In Romans 2:1-16, what comparisons and contrasts did Paul make between Jews and Gentiles?
