God’s Incomparable Word
at MARCH 22, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN “But the word of the Lord endureth for ever…” 1 Peter 1:25 A number of years ago while strolling through the seaside resort of Ocean Grove, NJ I stopped in for a quick dinner at a well-known eating establishment named for the many...
The Resurrection
at MARCH 22, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN “..because I live, you shall live also” John 14:19 Jesus spoke these words to His disciples just after His resurrection. It reminded them that because He had risen from the dead and was alive that they too would one day live...
The Great Divide: Covenant Theology & Dispensationalism
at MARCH 28, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN For the typical believer and especially those younger in the faith, the terms Covenant theology and Dispensationalism can be very confusing. Even older saints find it difficult to get a handle on these two main approaches to biblical...
My Father’s House
at MARCH 28, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN I have wonderful memories of my childhood. I realize that this may not true for a lot of people, but it was for me. We were raised with very little of this world’s goods. Even though our economic level was on the lower side, it was my...
Lessons from the Storm- Reflections on Hurricane Sandy
at MARCH 28, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN Early on October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy made landfall upon the US, unleashing its fury upon the inhabitants of NJ, NY and surrounding states. Dubbed by the media as “Superstorm Sandy”, this tempest of historic proportions was seven...
The Invitations of Christ
at MARCH 28, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN The Call to Step Out in Faith – Matt. 14:22-33 During His earthly ministry, the Savior presented many calls to many people for many situations. He called the weary and heavy-laden, laboring through life’s toils and troubles to find...
Hospitality
at APRIL 02, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN God’s Word encourages His people to show hospitality to others. To be hospitable means to be kind and considerate to those around us. This is not so easy to do since we all live such busy lives. It is hard to give up what we are...
Courage
at APRIL 02, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN “Wait on the Lord: Be of good courage, and He will strengthen your heart…” Psalm 27:14 There are many things in life that can make us afraid. For some of us, it may be a lightning storm – with lots of wind and rain...
Loyalty
at APRIL 02, 2013 by MARK KOLCHIN For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him…” 2 Chron. 16:9 If someone asked you the question: “What is the most important thing that...