By Scott Armstrong “So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord.” There it is, in black and white in verse 8 of the first chapter of 2 Timothy. No getting away from it; testifying about what Jesus is doing in our lives is the expectation. It’s what Christian’s do. So, why is doing it... Continue Reading →
Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way
“The word of the Lord came to me, saying, ‘Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.’ ‘Alas, Sovereign Lord,’ I said, ‘I do not know how to speak; I am too young.’ But the Lord... Continue Reading →
When Your Calling Feels too Small
By Alison Dellenbaugh Success is measured in obedience. Lately, I'm hearing a lot about "calling" and following wherever Jesus leads. And I've been right there on the front row, soaking it up. Meanwhile, my church is focusing on what it means to really be a disciple, no matter the cost. When we hear these calls... Continue Reading →
Learning from Mary
By Charles W. Christian I once heard a Catholic priest tell a joke about a scene in Heaven. Jesus walks up to a Protestant and a Catholic and says to them, “I am glad to see you two getting along so well.” Then Jesus turns to the Protestant and says, “I would like to introduce... Continue Reading →
OK, Fine! I’m Sorry!!
By Scott Armstrong "Listen, my people, and I will speak; I will testify against you, Israel: I am God, your God. I bring no charges against you concerning your sacrifices or concerning your burnt offerings, which are ever before me" (Ps. 50:7-8). (Read Psalm 50:7-15) I am very lucky to have a brother. Since he is only two... Continue Reading →
News Flash: Noah Saved by The Grace of God
By Scott Armstrong "God saw how corrupt the earth had become, for all the people on earth had corrupted their ways" (Genesis 6:12). (Read Genesis 6:9-22) I always wondered why the story of Noah was a kids’ story. Isn’t this about the judgment and wrath of God? While Noah and his family are cooped up... Continue Reading →