Category Archives: Bible Study

How to Kill Worry

Posted on June 20, 2019 by russellmckinney

He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. (Psalm 91:1, N.K.J.V.) Clovis Chappell, the great Methodist preacher, once told the following story: In the early days of aviation, a … Continue reading →

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The Biblical Case Against Abortion

Posted on May 24, 2019 by russellmckinney

(all scriptural references are from the N.K.J.V.) I feel very much led of the Lord today to offer the Biblical case against abortion. This has nothing to do with me being political, sexist, racist, or anything else someone might accuse … Continue reading →

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Behind the Times

Posted on March 22, 2019 by russellmckinney

A devout old Christian was visited by his grandson who was on Spring Break from college. “How are you doing, Gramps?” asked the grandson. “Fine, just fine,” said the old man. “How is school going?” the old man asked. Are … Continue reading →

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Dying Chickens

Posted on March 9, 2019 by russellmckinney

A farmer had 600 chickens. Half of them died and the other half started acting sickly. He called the local agricultural agent, told him the situation, and asked, “What should I do?” The agent said, “You need to give the … Continue reading →

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If In This Life Only…

Posted on January 30, 2019 by russellmckinney

Sometimes you’ll hear a preacher say, “Even if there is no heaven, the benefits you receive in this life make it worth it to follow Jesus.” I remember saying this myself a time or two in my younger days as … Continue reading →

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Be Careful About Signs

Posted on January 5, 2019 by russellmckinney

Dr. Lehman Strauss was one of the best preachers America has ever produced. Over the course of his sixty-year ministry, he successfully served in the various roles of pastor, evangelist, teacher, and commentator. He truly was a great man of … Continue reading →

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Are You Sure You’re a Soldier?

Posted on December 12, 2018 by russellmckinney

An elderly gentleman found himself seated next to a  young man who was dressed rather sloppily in civilian clothes. The elderly gentleman struck up a conversation to pass the time. After exchanging names and pleasant greetings, he asked the young … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Enough Just to Start

Posted on December 3, 2018 by russellmckinney

A retired couple were each advised by their doctor to get more exercise. So they decided to start walking two miles a day. Since they lived out in the country at the end of a long road, their plan was … Continue reading →

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Road Signs

Posted on November 26, 2018 by russellmckinney

By the close of 1944, Adolph Hitler’s dreams of world domination were coming to an end. Just a few months later, on April 30, 1945, he would commit suicide, and May 8, 1945, would become the day Americans call V-E … Continue reading →

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A Pastor’s Main Job

Posted on November 7, 2018 by russellmckinney

(Series: “The Early Church of Jerusalem” post #11) What do you do when one group of members from your church claims that another group is showing favoritism in regards to church benevolence? If you are the 12 apostles — with … Continue reading →

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