Category Archives: Foundations of the Faith

Getting To Know God – Spiritual Foundations Class 01

Spiritual Foundations Class is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Christian faith. We used it in my church as our new member class. This is the outline for SFC session #1 Getting To Know God I. Knowing God A. … Continue reading

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Only The Strong Survive

Years ago soul singer Jerry Butler had a hit with a tune called, “Only The Strong Survive.” Sometimes there’s a lot of wisdom in the words of a song, and I think that’s the case with this one. If you … Continue reading

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God’s gift is unearned and undeserved

When Jesus met and spoke with a deeply sinful woman at Jacob’s well in Samaria, He told her of the gift God was offering to her: John 4:10 (NKJV) Jesus answered and said to her, “If you knew the gift … Continue reading

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Christmas is about “God With Us”

In our worship service this past Sunday, our church sang a little chorus entitled “Emmanuel.” It goes like this: Emmanuel, Emmanuel His name is called Emmanuel God with us, revealed in us His name is called Emmanuel That little song … Continue reading

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Creation Declares That God Is In Control

This morning, as I read Psalm 19, I was inspired and encouraged. Psalms 19:1-3 (NKJV) The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork. 2 Day unto day utters speech, And night unto night reveals knowledge. 3 … Continue reading

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Having a good reputation

Do you care what other people think of you? Sure you do! And there’s nothing wrong with that. In fact, the Bible says we should care what opinion others have of us: Proverbs 22:1 (NKJV) A good name is to … Continue reading

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Getting Ready To Share Your Faith

When I graduated from college with a degree in Electrical Engineering, I applied to IBM, and was offered an on-site interview at one of their labs. I had been told that IBM did technical interviews. That meant they weren’t content … Continue reading

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We are a Royal Priesthood!

In the Old Testament, the priest stood between God and the people. His role was to relate to the people on God’s behalf, and to God on the people’s behalf. And that’s exactly the role Christians are called to play … Continue reading

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My help in time of trouble

If you are anything like me, you need help! You’ve got circumstances, situations, and issues going on in your life that you don’t know how to handle. It may be financial issues, health problems, or a family situation. Whatever it … Continue reading

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Don’t be a spiritual recluse!

Howard Hughes, movie mogul, business magnate, philanthropist, and founder of the Hughes Aircraft Company as well as the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, was one of the wealthiest men on earth. But toward the end of his life he became a … Continue reading

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