Faith & Reflection

Spiritual Reflections and Devotions

From time to time, we post selections from new and old gems of meditations either from our cherished writings or those of our congregation.

We hope you will find encouragement in the Scriptures considered or the retelling of their living in the Lord, trusting His promises and reflecting on their experiences.

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Portrait of a Servant
Christian Living
When we attempt to discern what is pleasing to the LORD, we find that attitude makes a big difference. At the foundation of God... Read more
Patience
Christian Living
What is the perfect work that patience performs in us? How can it help transform us from everyday people to being Christ-like? Can... Read more
In Jesus’ Name
Bible Studies
There are many names and titles of Jesus found in the Bible, and there is a description or illustration of his life and work conta... Read more
With Wings as Eagles
Bible Studies
  Isaiah 40:31 is a beloved Scripture of many. As Christians, we understand that God loves to use symbolism. One of the beaut... Read more
Where is Jesus now physically or spiritually? What scriptures support this?
Bible Questions and Answers
This can be a confusing subject as is evident from the following scriptures: John 14:2-3 “In my Father’s house are many mans... Read more
The Spreading Fire of Anarchy
Newsletters
Firestorms of trouble among the nations are ablaze throughout the world today causing great distress in the hearts of many. Fire, ... Read more
Keep Thy Heart
Christian Living
Proverbs 4:23: Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Let’s break the text into its 5 comp... Read more
The Truth about Death and Resurrection
Newsletters
[toc] Newsletter – The Truth about Death and Resurrection “As by a man comes death, by a man also comes the resurrection of ... Read more
Of what advantage to a Christian is the spiritual fruit of patience?
Bible Questions and Answers, Christian Living
In the world, patience is increasingly hard to find. It can be a trial, even for Christians, to develop and practice patience. The... Read more
Is Jesus God in the flesh?
Bible Questions and Answers
Scripture teaches that there were only two perfect men, Adam and Jesus. “The first man is from the earth, earthy.” (1 Corinthians ... Read more
The Gospel for All
Bible Studies
The word "Gospel" is found 98 times in the King James Version of the Bible. Sometimes it's hidden; for example in Luke 2:10. The a... Read more
Babylon is located in Iraq in Old Testament. In the New Testament, where is the “mystery, Babylon” in Revelation 17-5?
Bible Questions and Answers
The name written on the forehead of the woman riding the scarlet colored beast did not represent a location nor did it refer to li... Read more
What is Abraham’s bosom?
Bible Questions and Answers
Abraham’s bosom represents the Abrahamic covenant first recorded in Genesis 11, 15 & 17.  The reference to Abraham’s bosom or ... Read more
1 Timothy 3:16, God was manifest in the flesh. Kindly explain how it shows the Trinity.
Bible Questions and Answers
The King James Translation of 1 Timothy 3:16 is inaccurate. The word “God” is added. It is not in the original Greek. The actual w... Read more
Beatitudes of Jesus and the Psalms
Bible Studies
Introduction Often when we hear about the Beatitudes we think of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapter 5. There Jesu... Read more
How do you know when God’s anointing is upon you?
Bible Questions and Answers
There are likely as many proofs of spirit begettal or of God’s anointing as there are people experiencing it.  To some, the Lord m... Read more
How can we develop more faith in God?
Bible Questions and Answers
“Without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe He is, and that He is a rewarder of them tha... Read more
Avoiding Criticism and Fault-Finding
Christian Living
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The Power of “Amen”
Bible Studies
[—TOC Heading:Heading 3—] Introduction Since there are many different languages spoken on this planet, we know most wo... Read more
Patience
Christian Living
  Her Perfect Work What is the perfect work that patience performs in us? How can it help transform us from everyday people to bei... Read more
Has the Ark of the Covenant been found?
Bible Questions and Answers
Purpose of the Ark of the Covenant.  Exodus 25:22 “And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the me... Read more
Since God is sovereign, then whatever happens in this universe is under HIS control and knowledge. So, does God decide who does or does not get saved?
Bible Questions and Answers
God does not show favoritism. “…God shows no partiality. But in every nation, anyone who fears him and does what is right is accep... Read more
What is unstoppable destiny?
Bible Questions and Answers
Unstoppable destiny is not a scriptural term; however, God’s will is unstoppable. Isaiah 46:9-11, “remember the former things of o... Read more
Wilt Thou Go with This Man?
Bible Studies
How would you answer the question: Wilt thou go with this man? It’s a provocative question, one that is at the center of the... Read more
The Miracle Worker
Bible Studies
For some of us, hearing the phrase “The Miracle Worker” brings to mind the story of Anne Sullivan and Helen Keller. In... Read more
Is the KJV Bible the standard and the perfect word of God?
Bible Questions and Answers
Although very popular and widely used, the King James Version of the Bible is by no means “the standard and the perfect word of Go... Read more
The Author and Finisher of Our Faith
Bible Studies
Let’s consider how this verse fits the overall theme of the book of Hebrews. A Christian writer, CT Russell, once said, R... Read more
What is fire baptism and what are its effects on a Christian?
Bible Questions and Answers
In Matthew 3:11, 12, John the Baptist says, “I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance, but He who is coming after me is mig... Read more
God is Love
Bible Studies
These are the grandest words in the Bible—the central theme of Christianity. It is the truth upon which the Great Plan of Salvatio... Read more
Does God hand create each person or just allow for them to be born?
Bible Questions and Answers
There are a couple of Scriptures which allude to the answer. First, when God created Adam and Eve, He told them, “Be fruitfu... Read more
What is the first version of the Holy Bible?
Bible Questions and Answers
The scriptures of the Holy Bible are directly referenced by our Lord in Luke 24:44  “And he said unto them, These are the words wh... Read more
Symbols and Meanings Throughout the Bible
Bible Studies
Symbols and their greater meaning are something that requires careful consideration when studying the Bible. Symbols are often ref... Read more
Was the last supper on the first night of the full moon of spring or on the first sabbath of the full moon of spring?
Bible Questions and Answers
You are correct in stating that there was a full moon during the last supper. What is the Bible account for the proper way to dete... Read more
On which mountain did Moses receive the Ten Commandments?
Bible Questions and Answers
Most people are unaware that little evidence supports “Mt. Sinai” in the Sinai Peninsula as the famed mountain of Exodus. Several ... Read more
The Half Was never Told
Bible Studies
“The half was never told.” These are the words of the Queen of Sheba when she visited Solomon in Jerusalem. The fame o... Read more
A Bride and her Bridegroom (A Closer Look at Psalm 45)
Bible Studies
  I invite you to think for a while only on those things that can actually help us lay aside some of our hindering weights and foc... Read more