Posts from 2026
Who Has Supreme Authority In Religious Matters?
by Troy Spradlin In today’s world, the lines between right and wrong often blur, making truth feel elusive. To complicate things further, some people have crowned themselves as the ultimate judges of morality. But who appointed them to this lofty role? What gives them the right to decide for everyone else? When it comes to faith, the waters are just as muddied. So, how can we be sure what is truly correct? Who has the authority to define right and…
The Tomb Is Still Empty
But the angel answered and said to the women, ?Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. (Matthew 28:5-6) Every year on this Sunday, people professing faith in Christ around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. I am thankful the masses are recognizing the most important event in history on this day, but I…
A Judgment Day “Checklist”
Many people use checklists for various reasons. A grocery list, for example, helps one focus on purchasing only the items they desire and avoiding impulse buys if they are on a strict budget or diet. It’s also used to ensure one has all the ingredients they might need for a planned meal. Some checklists are made mandatory for precautionary reasons, such as a pilot’s pre-flight checklist, or a work area safety list. Indeed, checklists are quite useful because they help…
WORSHIPING GOD – THEN & NOW
Jesus told the woman at the well, “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him.” (John 4:23) God has always desired that His creation worship Him. The first act of worship we see in Scripture is found in Genesis 4 when Cain and Abel brought offerings before the Lord. Another early occasion is seen in Noah building an altar…