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Through the Bible: Hosea 1-14 Questions

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It is vital that we spend time in God’s Word. But it’s not always easy. We read a chapter and we don’t know what to get out of it or even how to start to understand it. I thought I could try to help you get a little something out of what you are reading by providing you with some questions to ask as you look at the text.  Good questions are a good start to understanding. Sometimes there will be more questions, sometimes less. You can do this! So, get a notebook, a pen, your Bible, and if you would … Continue reading Through the Bible: Hosea 1-14 Questions

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Through the Bible: Exodus 1-15 Questions

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It is vital that we spend time in God’s Word. But it’s not always easy. We read a chapter and we don’t know what to get out of it or even how to start to understand it. I thought I could try to help you get a little something out of what you are reading by providing you with some questions to ask as you look at the text. Good questions are a good start to understanding. Sometimes there will be more questions, sometimes less. I began these questions on Exodus a couple of years ago, but now I am … Continue reading Through the Bible: Exodus 1-15 Questions

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What’s a godly man to do? part 2

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One of my favorite books is ‘The Godly Man’s Picture’ by Thomas Watson. While that’s worth reading, we get an even more important picture of a godly man in Titus 2. Many months ago, we began looking at Paul’s description. But never finished. So I thought I could share part two. We saw that first a godly man is committed to discipleship. Now, second, a godly man is devoted to doing good. After explaining what Titus is to teach the young men, he turns the screws and begins to speak to Titus directly in verse 7. But obviously this isn’t … Continue reading What’s a godly man to do? part 2

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Hospitality is not about personality…

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Are you an introvert or extrovert?  I don’t know what you think about labels like that. I suppose they might be helpful in reminding us that many of us have different personalities. My concern is when they become excuses. For example, how should we respond to the stranger?  If you knew me before I knew Jesus you would know that I did not move toward the stranger. I was happy to be with people I knew and did not really like being around people I didn’t.   But then God saved me.  And you know one thing that happened on that … Continue reading Hospitality is not about personality…