Monthly Archives: December 2011

GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Suspicious Women”


Suspicious Women Sometimes women are overly suspicious of their husbands…. When Adam stayed out very late for a few nights, Eve became upset. “You’re running around with other women,” she told her mate. “Eve, honey, you’re being unreasonable,” Adam responded. … Continue reading

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“What is the Golden Rule?”


The “Golden Rule” is the name given by Bible translators to a principle Jesus taught in His Sermon on the Mount. That is to say, the actual words “golden rule” are not found in Scripture, just as the words “sermon … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Did You Know That. . .”


Did You Know That… In Shakespeare’s time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes when you pulled on the ropes the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer to sleep on. that’s where the phrase, “goodnight, sleep tight” came from. … Continue reading

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“What should be the Christian view of Harry Potter?”


As the popularity of the Harry Potter series continues to grow, Christian parents are left with some difficult questions. Some believe that the magical world of Harry Potter is little more than harmless fun and fantasy. Others fear that these … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “The Obituary”


The Obituary The newspaper obituary operator received a phone call. The woman on the other end asked, “How much do funeral notices cost?” “Five dollars per word, ma’am,” came the response. “Good, do you have a paper and pencil handy?” … Continue reading

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“Contemporary Christian music – is it honoring to God?”


The question of contemporary Christian music (CCM) and whether it is God-honoring and appropriate for worship services is one that has been debated for decades. Oddly enough, what should be a source of loveliness and peace—the sweet strains of music—very … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “The Memorial”


The Memorial One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The plaque was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side … Continue reading

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“Will there be marriage in heaven?”


The Bible tells us, “At the resurrection people will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the angels in heaven” (Matthew 22:30). This was Jesus’ answer in response to a question concerning a woman who had … Continue reading

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GRIN AND SHARE IT: “Little Johnny”


Little Johnny After church, Johnny tells his parents he has to go and talk to the minister right away. They agree and the pastor greets the family. “Pastor,” Johnny says, “I heard you say today that our bodies came from … Continue reading

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“Will God allow a curse on a believer?”


The Bible tells us that “like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest” (Proverbs 26:2b). This means that foolish curses have no effect. God does not allow His children to be cursed. … Continue reading

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