As I sit here on our couch, after spending nearly all day at First Baptist Church Cave Springs, I sit in wonder, awe, and with tears... Today has been a blessed day for the memory book in so many ways. From our services this morning, with the LORD filling my head in an amazing way, … Continue reading Filled With Joy
Author: TheLonelyPastor
Who Is Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
Originally published on the author's old blog. Among the great theological debates that rage regarding Jesus and who He is, the greatest is whether or not Jesus IS God. There are some who would profess Jesus to be something less than fully God. They claim faith, yet in “who” are they believing? This short piece … Continue reading Who Is Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
California, Gender Identity, and Rebellion
Not surprisingly, California has again jumped into the headlines over gender issues in recent months. First with legislation passed what began as Senate Bill 219 - a measure to legislate the use of gender pronouns (specifically geared to nursing and care facilities), but with far-reaching fallout possible. The legislation actually codifies as a crime punishable … Continue reading California, Gender Identity, and Rebellion
Destruction of a Nation and the Christian’s Responsibility
This post originally appeared on the author's old blog. A friend of mine posted his astonishment that America could be on the cusp of electing a bonafide "Socialist" to the office of President, from either primary party. I began to formulate a response then realized that my reply would be far more suited to a full-on … Continue reading Destruction of a Nation and the Christian’s Responsibility
A Challenge for Today and Beyond: CD!
This post was originally published by the author on his old blog page. Here is a thought for today (and every day) - maybe better a challenge: Corum Deo- to live your life each and every day before the LORD. What does this mean? After all, God sees all things - so everything is done … Continue reading A Challenge for Today and Beyond: CD!
Hypocrisy and Current Events
This post originally appeared on the authors old blog. hypocrisy: 1. a feigning to be what one is not or to believe what one does not; especially : the false assumption of an appearance of virtue or religion 2. an act or instance of hypocrisy The simple definition of the term would be in application … Continue reading Hypocrisy and Current Events
Old Blog and migrating
This post is simply a "heads-up" that I will be slowly migrating posts from my old blog to this new page/platform. Be watching as I transfer select posts that I believe still have value and relevance. Blessed day to you all!
Redefine or Rediscover Church Membership
I have watched with great interest (and concern) at the evolution of "church membership" over the years. This obviously is seasoned with my own personal experiences, from an early background attending (and technically a "member" of) the Episcopal Church while growing up, to various excursions into differing faith groups - and ultimately being redeemed, baptized, … Continue reading Redefine or Rediscover Church Membership
Children, Compassion, and DACA
I try not to spend too much time and effort in posting with political material. Yet int he last couple of days, much has been said, and the faith of many Christians has been questioned in the political realm. What's it all about? DACA -Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals DACA is a policy put … Continue reading Children, Compassion, and DACA
IGNITE!
I am truly excited! Tonight is the launch of FBC Cave Spring's IGNITE Ministry. What is IGNITE? IGNITE is First Baptist Church's approach to Wednesday/mid-week ministry. Year-round, we have Wednesday evening classes available for all ages, but during the school year, we have a special emphasis on children and youth. Each Wednesday evening begins with a fellowship meal … Continue reading IGNITE!
Contending For Christ 