1 Timothy

Generous Contributions for God’s Purposes

Moses spent 40 days and 40 nights on the top of Mount Sinai, most of the time in the presence of God, Himself.  Moses was receiving instructions for the sons of Israel, camped out at the foot to that mountain.  Exodus 24:16   One of the first things the LORD told Moses, have the people raise […]

Genealogical Records

  Genealogies are more important to some people than to others.  The Jewish people were very careful to record their genealogies.  As it happens, that is important today!  The genealogical records from the days of Abraham reveal the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the coming King.  He is Messiah, and the proof is in the genealogical records […]

Acknowledging God with your words

  When you talk or write a letter, a note, send a text or email, do you acknowledge God in some way?   When Paul wrote to encourage Timothy to lead others, Paul reminded Timothy of whom they both were serving.  The Lord Jesus Christ.   Then Paul inserted a profound prayer to their God.1 […]

Pivot Points in History

There are many pivot points in history… which will establish a nations direction for years to come.  Either good or bad. Before King David died, he made sure Solomon was crowned king.  Another son of David, Absalom, tried to usurp the throne.  He was killed as he ran away.  Solomon was a godly king, at […]

The subject is – – – money.

  Money itself is not a sin.  We need money to live.   Having money is not a sin.  Having lots of money is not a sin.   But if love for money is your primary goal in life… the love of money will become a snare.  It will lead to foolish and harmful desires.  It […]