Every week, the ministers here at the South Green church of Christ write brief articles for the congregation's weekly bulletin. The following is a copy of those articles, which have been adapted to this digital environment. Brief and to the point, these articles are designed to inspire, encourage, and challenge all. We hope and trust you will find them useful.
I recently saw a one-panel newspaper cartoon. A man was sitting in his recliner in the living room in front of his television. The voice from the TV said: “The following program is intended for mature audiences but it probably won’t interest them.” The implication is clear and forthright: A person who is truly mature …
A few years ago, the song entitled “If Tomorrow Never Comes” was popular. The point of the song is to be sure and tell those around us how much they mean to us before their life or our life ends. This means telling someone we love them and showing them how much concern we have …
Recently, I saw an old college friend at a restaurant. While taking a few minutes to “catch up,” I mentioned how much respect I have for his Christian father-in-law who I’ve known for nearly thirty years. My friend stared at the ground, smiled, looked at me, and stated, “He’s been so good to me. He’s …
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Heb. 4:12) Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which …
I recently watched a nationally televised athletic event where literally millions of people viewed the same game. During the game, the main camera showed one of the coaches being very upset & using verbally abusive foul language regarding calls made by the officials! What I observed disturbed me. Then I realized how many other people …
Regardless of season or the state of the economy, it seems people are always in need physically, emotion- ally, financially, spiritually, and mentally. Some may see this as a challenge. The church should view these obstacles as opportunities to demonstrate benevolence. Benevolence is not just a term used to describe the act of giving someone …
Recently, I dropped Asa off at the building for an activity that will enhance his ability to develop a budget and be a better provider both financially & spiritually when he starts his family one day. I know our schedules create barriers from time to time and we can’t attend everything. However, I felt badly …
We all need reminders. If not for our digital calendars & alarms, our post-it notes, and our spouses, most of us would be lost and would fail to meet most deadlines. The Lord let Peter know that he had a responsibility to remind his fellow Christians about what was truly important (2 Peter 1:12-15; 3:1-2). …
Many times our “downs” outweigh our “ups.” We may feel we are going uphill all the while being pulled back. We may be hurting because our loved ones are hurting due to health challenges, financial setbacks, or spiritual deprivation. We may spend our mornings, days, or late nights in tears because of the things life …
We will give thanks for blessings this week. This week may be a challenging time despite our blessings. We all are missing our loved ones. Some of us have challenges with our health as we wait on the next step of treatment or as we plan how we can improve our health. Financial challenges continue …
