Tag Archives: Heaven

Why the Christian Will Be in Heaven

Posted on August 8, 2011 by russellmckinney

Evangelist Dr. A.J. Fristoe tells the story of something that happened to him when he accepted an invitation to preach a revival in London, England. Upon his arrival in London, he was met by those who had invited him. They … Continue reading →

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How Optimistic Are You About Your Future?

Posted on June 22, 2011 by russellmckinney

Flagstaff, Maine was chosen as the site for a huge hydroelectric installation. The installation would include a dam that would impound miles and miles of water and bury the town under water. So, in 1950, the town was physically abandoned. … Continue reading →

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The Awesome Seriousness of Unbelief

Posted on March 23, 2011 by russellmckinney

Revelation 21:7-8 contrasts the two potential eternal destinations. First, in verse 7, Jesus says: “He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will be His God and he shall be My son.” This brings up the all-important question, “How … Continue reading →

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Headed North

Posted on March 16, 2011 by russellmckinney

Is it possible for a person to be moving north and south at the same time? Sure. Imagine a man walking south on the deck of a ship that is headed north. As we live the Christian life, we oftentimes … Continue reading →

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How To Properly Appreciate Heaven

Posted on March 2, 2011 by russellmckinney

Charles Spurgeon, Victorian England’s most well known preacher, wrote the following concerning why the Christian has difficulties in this life: “We would never know the music of the harp if the strings were left untouched or enjoy the juice of … Continue reading →

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Man’s Soul

Posted on February 17, 2011 by russellmckinney

“The Spirit, The Soul, & The Body” series: (post #2) We’re in the middle of a series entitled “The Spirit, The Soul, & The Body.” In my last post, I talked about man’s spirit. With this post I want to … Continue reading →

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Life Is A Vapor, But Then What?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by russellmckinney

I got the call yesterday morning that a faithful member of our church passed away during the night. What made the news so shocking was the fact that Bill had seemed fine Sunday morning. He and his wife, Celeine, had taken their usual … Continue reading →

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