Sins in the Balance
Sermonette; Given 10/1/2011
Forgiveness of others is based on our trust that God has everything under control. The debts we owe are always larger than the debts owed to us.
Finishing the Week
Sermonette; Given 9/17/2011
The Messiah's final confirmation of the Covenant will occur during the last half of the 70th week, fulfilling all the objectives in Daniel 9:24.
'This Gospel of the Kingdom Shall Be Preached'
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 8/24/2011
Many fail to understand that Matthew 24:14 is a prophecy and instead read it as a commission. God will ensure His gospel is preached; we follow His lead.
Smooth Words
Sermonette; Given 8/20/2011
The Beast, will gain his power through flattery and smooth, manipulative, charming words. Flattery works even when people know they are being manipulated.
Fukushima: Aftermath and Implications
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 6/23/2011
History shows that an energy crisis can strike at the very core of Japan's existence and cause it to respond in dramatic ways to guard its energy lifeline.
The Endurance of the Firstfruits
Sermonette; Given 6/12/2011
We celebrate the completion of a spiritual harvest because many threats and dangers lurk along the way between sowing and harvest.
Cain's Assumption (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 6/3/2011
Is it possible Cain saw himself as the great protagonist, the conqueror of Satan--even the Savior of the world? Did Cain literally have a "Messiah complex"?
Cain's Assumption (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/27/2011
The Bible does not explicitly reveal what prompted Cain's actions, but there is a possibility that is worth considering as to why he acted as he did.
Does God Have Wings?
Sermonette; Given 5/21/2011
Many Psalms depict God as having wings, yet Genesis 1:27 implies that they cannot be literal, for we are made in His image. Just what are the 'wings' of God?
The Burning Middle East: Revolution or Power-Grab?
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 5/5/2011
While the geopolitics of North Africa and the Middle East have not substantially changed, Iran may benefit the most from the ongoing turmoil.
Steadfast to the End
Sermonette; Given 4/25/2011
The Israelites bravely trod through the floor of the Red Sea. But their faith did not remain constant and unflagging; they acquired an evil heart of unbelief.
An Acceptable Gift
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 4/22/2011
What God is most interested in is the heart behind the offering, and what is in the heart will be seen in what we are willing to do for the sake of a brother.
The Blessing of Jacob's Flocks
Sermonette; Given 3/12/2011
In an obscure incident in the life of Jacob, he used selective breeding practices involving peeled rods which caused the birth of speckled livestock as his wages.
A Just Weight Is His Delight
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 2/18/2011
Godly principles are timeless, and though the application may not be the same, honest weights and scales are still crucial for a smooth and peaceful society.
Life Doesn't Work on a Balance Sheet
Sermonette; Given 2/5/2011
Atheists and agnostics ask, 'If there is a God, why does He allow suffering?' Hebrews 2:9 indicates that suffering is a godly tool used to perfect individuals.
Times of Uncertainty
Sermonette; Given 1/8/2011
Trust in God with all our heart and mind, without any reservations brings peace of mind and security during times of uncertainty.
Will the Church of God Be Thrown Down? (Part Two)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/24/2010
The church has Christ as the Chief Cornerstone. As long as there is a church, there will also be at least one living stone upon another.
Resistance
Sermonette; Given 12/18/2010
If we resist the Potter's fashioning, we may lose out on our opportunity to be a goblet and become a crude bowl. We must trade our resistance for pliability.
Will the Church of God Be Thrown Down? (Part One)
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 12/17/2010
I Peter 2:5 calls Christians 'living stones'; is it possible that the the spiritual Temple will at some point be left with 'not one stone . . . upon another'?
NATO: In Search of a Mission
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 12/15/2010
Having failed to keep the Russians out and the Germans down, NATO is struggling to remain relevant in a changing world.