Good Counsel: Define the Problem
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Commitment, Genesis, Hebrews
If you're standing blankly at the "refigerator of life" wondering what it is you really want, read on....
Lessons Learned from Israel’s First King
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Apostasy, Choices, 1 Samuel
(An article by Bro. Rickie Jenkins was the basic premise for this lesson. I continue to learn from his capable pen, or in this case, his keyboard! Thanks Rickie.) Learn from the life of Saul- Israel's first king. This lesson is a general overview of the public life of Saul from 1Samuel 8 - 15, and then looks specifically at three significant events in his life from chps. 13 - 15.
What it Takes to be A Man After God’s Own Heart
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Forgiveness, 2 Samuel, Psalms
How could King David have Lusted, Committed Adultery, Lied, and Murdered and still be a Man After God's Own Heart? Take a look and see.
Living for Jesus
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Fidelity
Is it easier to Die for Jesus or Live for Jesus? One surely would die for Him only if having lived for Him. This lesson considers what it means to Live for Jesus in comparison to other things for which we commonly say we live.
“Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Commitment, Fidelity, Matthew, John
Using the popular hymn as a starting point, this lesson considers who was at the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ; and then asks whether or not "you" would have been there and with whom "you" would have stood.
True Wisdom
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Growth, James
Are you wise? While modesty may prevent a "yes" answer, take a look at James 3 to see what True Wisdom is and how it is demonstrated. The answers might surprise you!
Tests, Trials, and Temptations
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Fidelity, James
Are these three just different descriptions for the same thing? Does James 1 interchange these terms without disctinction? If so, what's the point? If not, what's the difference? Take a look and see.
The Crisis of Compromise: “Conflict Resolution”
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Growth
I usually avoid using the term "crisis" because it is so vastly over used, but....
Focusing the Message: Members or the Man?
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Fidelity, 1 Corinthians, 2 Timothy
I once heard this statement: "We can focus the Message on the Members, or the Man- Jesus Christ!" Without any criticism of the speaker intended, this statement can be taken at least a couple of different ways...
Are “We” Legalists?
Posted by Philip Strong | Categories: Choices, Church, Commitment, Fidelity, Obedience
Is this just the only available retort of one who has left Biblical Authority in belief, practice, and teaching? Or, is there some truth to the charge?