by 61stcoc | Sep Sun, 2019 | Weekly Messenger
I recently read an interview with Andy Stanley, a minister in North Atlanta, Georgia, who preaches to about 5,000 people each Sunday. At one point the interviewer asked him, “Is your sermon the pivotal event in the service?” Stanley’s response was very perceptive. He...
by 61stcoc | Aug Tue, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
What is the foundation for pleasing God? What must we have for God’s approval? Paul writes “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor un-circumcision means anything, but faith working through love” (Galatians 5:6). God’s approval is not based upon our: Keeping the...
by 61stcoc | Aug Sun, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
T olerance, especially in the academic realm, though not limited to academia is a welcome virtue. Tolerance means being broad-minded, permissive and accepting many different points of view. At best tolerance is being considerate of even contradictory opinions. Thus...
by 61stcoc | Aug Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
When life throws you off track what should you do? Often our belief in God and our experiences in life don’t always connect. Stated another way, sometimes our response to experiences at home, at school and on the job appear to be the opposite of our faith. When that...
by 61stcoc | Aug Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
GROWING CONGREGATIONS have many people who bring their Bibles, and use them. GROWING CONGREGATIONS are filled with praises, and sounds of joy and Thanksgiving. GROWING CONGREGATIONS usually have parking problems. GROWING CONGREGATIONS are moving out by “faith”....
by 61stcoc | Aug Fri, 2019 | Dr. Taylor A. McKenzie, Weekly Messenger
E very day carries some significant occurance for us. But God should be significant to everyday. James believes that we should focus on God’s will for us everyday. (James 4:13-15). Thus, all time should be viewed as valuable because each day brings its particular...
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