Author Archives: russellmckinney

Christian Principles For the Workplace

Posted on May 25, 2018

And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ. (Colossians 3:23-24, N.K.J.V.) While the word … Continue reading →

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Building With the Right Materials

Posted on May 23, 2018

For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on this foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, each one’s work will become clear; for the Day … Continue reading →

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In-Laws & Outlaws

Posted on May 21, 2018

Adrian Rogers, the longtime pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, used to tell the story of the elderly couple who were making the trip from Memphis to Nashville. The husband’s hearing was fine, but he could barely see. … Continue reading →

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“Christian Verses” Podcast: Proverbs 28:22

Posted on May 20, 2018

This past Monday the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act was in violation of the 10th Amendment of the Constitution and therefore unconstitutional. The upshot of this decision is that each state is now … Continue reading →

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Salvation & Works

Posted on May 19, 2018

For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which … Continue reading →

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Contentment

Posted on May 16, 2018

Now godliness with contentment is great gain. (1 Timothy 6:6, N.K.J.V.) How content are you right now? You might as well tell the truth. After all, God knows the correct answer, anyway. Are you content with your spouse? Are you … Continue reading →

Posted in Attitude, Children, Christ's Death, Church, Complaining, Contentment, Desires, Disappointment, Dress and Appearance, Family, God's Provision, Greed, Impatience, Jealousy, Marriage, Money, Parenting, Problems, Prosperity, Thankfulness, Trusting In God, Work, Worry | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Fighting on God’s Side

Posted on May 14, 2018

Haman had it all. Persia’s powerful king, Ahasuerus, had advanced him above all of Persia’s other princes (Esther 3:1). Ahasuerus had even decreed that anytime Haman was inside the gate of the royal grounds, all of Ahasuerus’ servants were to … Continue reading →

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