“Lifespans were shorter in earlier days, and the Lord’s workers were not unaffected. Medical science was young, hospitals were scarce, disease was rampant, and every home had its deathbed scenes. But Christians, it was noticed, “died well.” Here’s an example. Vermont pastor Daniel Jackson prepared this newspaper obituary of his wife who passed away on January 27, 1852: It becomes my painful duty to record … Continue reading Mary Jackson’s Memorable Obituary

For the first two years of our married life, Steph and I decided not to have satellite TV or cable in our home.  Every once in a while we would rent a movie, but for the most part we found other ways to entertain ourselves.  Well, last November we finally decided we would sign up for cable TV after our long hold-out.  I would be … Continue reading Whatever is true……

Seek the things that are above (verse 1) Set your mind on Heavenly things (verse 2) Put to death what is earthly in you (verses 5-9) Put on the new self, being renewed in the knowledge of God (verse 10) Live with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience (verse 12) Forgive one another, just as Christ forgave you (verse 13) Put on love (verse 14) … Continue reading 12 Obligations of the Christian Life – Colossians 3:1-17