Above reproach

In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.…

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Hosea 10

Hosea 10: Israel’s sin and captivity The idolatry of Israel. (1-8): V.1…Israel…increased altars…increase sacred pillars… Israel started off good but they went wrong later. Their fruit increased and the nation improved. But the fruit and prosperity were used for wrong. The more Israel’s fruit increased, the more they built the altar. The more they prospered,…

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This Body Fashioned Anew

“who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.” Philippians 3:21. Often when we are racked with pain and unable to think or worship, we feel that this indeed is “the body of our humiliation,” and when…

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