Spencer DeBlog (Page 110)

We read this little portion after dinner last night. It is from Horatius Bonar’s wonderful book Follow the Lamb. Redeem the time: much of your progress depends on this. Be men of ‘method and punctuality’; waste no moments; have always som…

I received an email this morning from Steve, chairman of RBC’s elder board. The email suggested an agenda item for our next elder meeting. Steve is raising concerns about some of the men serving on our youth staff. He attached this photo as evidence o…

The year is 386 AD and a young man who is around thirty years old is living in Milan. He has been doing two things that don’t go well together. He has been both living in sin and listening to the preaching of the Word of God. Tolerating these t…

Middle School ministry had a pirate’s feast on Friday night.

Here is a little advice on the importance of having a daily quiet time: This day’s meal, though large and liberal, strengthens thee not for tomorrow ; the body languisheth if there be not a daily supply of repast. Thus feed thy soul by meditation. …

One fun tidbit– In Sunday’s sermon, I plan to share with you the coolest T-shirt I have ever seen. One missions prayer request – John and Darien leave for Kabardino-Balkaria today. They will be teaching in the pastor’s t…

India is the world’s second most populous country. 1.1 billion people – predominantly Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs. No more than two percent Christians These Christians face many dangers. Their churches are torched. Families are forced to flee from vi…

When the Christian trusts, he is happy; when he doubts, he is miserable. When the believer looks to his Master and relies upon him, he can sing; when he doubts his Master, he can only groan. What miserable wretches the most faithful Christians are when…

This verse jumped off the page, grabbed my collar, and has not let go of me since 6 am this morning. Deuteronomy 3:22 You must not fear them, for the Lord your God Himself fights for you. Who fights for me? The Lord The Lord my God The Lord my God …

Yesterday was our anniversary. I was surprised by how many of you remembered it and said something to us at church. I appreciate your thoughtfulness. I did preach on marriage yesterday. I didn’t plan ahead for it. (Actually, if you only knew how…