Several years ago I read these words written by a pastor: “When hard times come, say to yourself, ‘Now is the time to use my faith in a new way.’” I had to wonder, What might that new way include? He didn’t say. But while considering my own hard times I remembered a few...
Paul uses the Macedonian church as an example for the Corinthian church and invites the Corinthians to act like the Macedonians (v7). Now it is important to remember that this was not a command, but rather an invitation (v8). Our giving must come from the sincerity of our love – he co...
This pastor has an exceptional gift of holy sarcasm which is impossible to escape. Please consider the era of conspiracy inspired by the Covid-19 varmint. HIGHLY SUSPECT SCOUNDRELS By Steve Van Nattan The world today loves to exalt men and pass them off as great men, when in fact, they a...
your mother’s father; and take as wife from there one of the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother.3May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and numerous, that you may become a company of peoples
I know my pastor would love for me to pray out loud at church. However, as is, I have a hard time speaking eloquently to articulate my thoughts. Perhaps someday when I am 60 years old, God will bless me with a gift of tongues that is in plain language so that everyone can ...
23 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; As yet they shall use this speech in the land of Judah and in the cities thereof, when I shall bring again their captivity; The Lord bless thee, O habitation of justice, and mountain of holiness. 24 And there shall dwell in Judah...
I’m married to a wonderful woman named Deb. We’re the parents of a son and daughter who bring great joy to our lives. I currently pastor the Assembly of God church in Afton, Iowa. View all posts by William E. Richardson →