Little Faith, and Much Doubt

And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased." Matthew 14:31-32 (NKJV) Peter had by faith stepped out of the boat.  When he began to fear, doubt crept in, and he …

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Are You Ready for the Coming of the King?

Just a reminder to any who may notice this in the Jenkins, Missouri area.  We are having a Prophecy Revival at Shiloah Baptist Church June 12 - 15, 2016.  Evangelist Don Walton will be preaching, there will be special music.  All are welcome. We want one and all to be ready when Jesus comes for …

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The Purpose of the Scriptures and Preaching

The apostle Paul wrote that "For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God." (1 Corinthians 1:18).  So why preach the gospel when the perishing people around us believe it to be foolishness?  Paul answers that question in the statement: …

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After His Passion

We human beings can be passionate about many things.  Sports for some is a passion.  Love is a passion for others, maybe all of us at some point in our lives.  Hunting, fishing, boating, are other passions some have. What was the "Passion" of Jesus?  It was the cross of His death.  To obey His …

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Life Through His Name

There are many things people place as important, and top priority.  Parents today place their children as top priority; sometimes even above the relationship between husband and wife - mother and father - and that many times causes breakup in the home.  That is for another article. The top priority for any individual should be …

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An Often Neglected Part of the Gospel of Jesus Christ

The gospel of Jesus Christ is described by Paul the apostle as "...Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the scriptures..." (1 Corinthians 15:3,4).  Do you notice the part that is often left out, or at least neglected? …

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The Lord’s Prayer for Us

"These words spake Jesus, and lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify Thy Son, that Thy Son also may glorify Thee: as Thou hast given Him power over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as Thou hast given Him." John 17:1-2 (KJV) The …

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Heaven’s Security System

Security companies seem to be flourishing in today's world.  A lot of people are worried about the security of their businesses or homes, and even their automobiles.  We all know there are many unscrupulous people who care not for the worth of another man's or woman's labors.  I mean we work hard for what we …

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Hearing God’s Words

First on the matter of "hearing".  For some people; as we get older; the hearing starts to fade away.  First it is certain tones and such, then sometimes gradually the rest of it fades, and sounds get more difficult to hear, and detect differences in sounds. Some people today just refuse to hear.  Especially the …

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The Testimony of Jesus

The Old Testament Law required that there be more than on witness to any legal situation.  We look today at Jesus's declaration of His testimony and that of the Father, His works, and that of the Scriptures themselves. "But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given …

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The Ministry of Decrease

Christian men and women struggle with the labor of ministry; and its rewards.  The greatest reward of ministry is seeing people come to faith in Christ Jesus, through of the preaching and teaching the word of God, that we do. Our influence on these people though should decrease as those individuals grow in the faith …

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