The Bible and Hydrology
Hydrology is “a science dealing with the properties, distribution, and circulation of water on and below the earth’s surface and in the atmosphere” (m-w.com). There are many branches of hydrology, such as oceanography and meteorology. Oceanography is “a science that deals with the oceans and includes the delimitation of their extent and depth” (Ibid.). Meteorology [...]
read more
“Washed the Saints’ Feet”
Paul, in his instructions to Timothy regarding widows who would qualify to “be taken into the number” for the purpose of support, stated that she had to be “well reported for good works…if she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed [...]
read more
Familiarity Among Local Brethren
Consider for a moment the following phrases from Romans 12:9-21: Let love be without hypocrisy (vs 9) Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another (vs 10) distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality (vs 13) Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with [...]
read more
Will You Do Better in 2014?
Can you do better in 2014 than you did in 2013? How about in the areas pertaining to your responsibilities towards God, this local congregation, your family, as well as yourself? Can you do better this year? Consider, if you would, the following suggestions for improving yourself, as well as your family.
read more