Elder James Allen -Unfeigned Faith
Paul writes to young Timothy from a Roman prison. He remembers the unfeigned faith that lives in Timothy. Elder James explains that faith is given to us when we are…
Paul Brown – Ye Have Not Passed This Way
In Joshua 3, God appoints Joshua to lead the Israelites across the Jordan River. This passage often comes to Brother Paul’s mind as a new year begins. While the future…
Elder Chris Taylor – Sacrificing For Our Future
New Year’s resolutions often focus on what isn’t right, prompting us to make sacrifices to improve things. Elder Chris explains that we must give up something valuable now to secure…
Elder Doug McKay – Psalm 124
Elder Doug turns to Psalm 124 and reflects on what the Lord has done. He points out that if God has shown us our sinfulness and revealed the Lord Jesus…
Elder Chris Crouse – Extraordinary and Ordinary Blessings
In Joshua 5, we see the children of Israel about to receive the promise of their inheritance. The Lord commanded that circumcision be completed, and at Gilgal, they observed the…
Elder Chris Crouse – Redemption
Elder Chris concludes the book of Ruth in chapter four, which shifts the focus to Boaz and the theme of redemption. Boaz did not delay; he went directly to the…
Elder Chris Crouse – Jesus the King
In Zechariah, the Lord Jesus Christ is described as a King who is just, brings salvation, and is humble. Elder Chris highlights how Israel sought a king at the wrong…
Elder Chris Crouse – Sit Still
Ruth has openly shown her love for Boaz and walked by faith. As she sought redemption, there was an issue: a Jew was not supposed to marry a Moabitess. But…
Paul Brown – A Lively Hope
Peter writes to the scattered children of God, who were enduring a time of fear. Brother Paul explains that Peter’s words offered comfort during that period. Reflecting on his own…
Elder Chris Crouse – Practical Sanctification
Elder Chris reflects on Naomi’s specific instructions to Ruth about how to approach Boaz. Naomi tells Ruth to wash, anoint herself, put on her best clothes, and go down to…
Elder Chris Crouse – The Author of Eternal Salvation
Elder Chris reflects on Christ’s role as “the author of eternal salvation.” In contrast to the priests of Israel—who were often unfaithful and died—Christ had a higher calling as a…
Elder Chris Crouse – Shall I Not Seek Rest With Thee?
In Ruth 3, Naomi takes an active role that leads to great blessings. Moved by faith, she trusts that God will provide a place of rest for Ruth. Naomi instructs…