Book Recommendation: “Bible Principles for Daily Living”
On occasion, I will use the Daily Report to recommend a book that will be helpful in your Christian life. Today is one of those days. One of the most versatile and helpful books God has allowed me to write and publish is…
A Changed Perspective
I have been reminded in the last couple of weeks of the ebb and flow not only of the ministry but also of life. Nothing in ministry or in life stays the same. We have our routines, but as we say, life happens. This certainly has been the case for me lately. While more obvious at some times than at others, life often dictates our continual adjustment to its circumstances…
Trio Prepares for Summer Tour
North Florida Baptist College’s summer tour group is preparing for their work this summer of ministering to those in churches, camps, and youth meetings around the country. They will be traveling throughout the South and up the East Coast. They have even booked meetings as far north as Canada…
Only Half of Americans Read a Book in a Year
In an article posted on YouGov.com, it was revealed that approximately 54% of Americans read at least one book in 2023. The article also disclosed some interesting information concerning the ways Americans are reading.
“Americans who did read were more likely to read physical books. More than 40% of Americans read a physical book in 2023, compared to 21% who read an e-book and 19% who listened to an audiobook.”
BCA Sports Season a Success
Berean Christian Academy closed the third academic quarter with its annual sports banquet. Coaches, parents, and student athletes enjoyed a meal and fellowship before the presentation of awards. Accomplishments were acknowledged as the volleyball, football, and basketball teams all celebrated district championships…
Special Sundays Announced at Immanuel Baptist Church
Yesterday was another wonderful day at Immanuel Baptist Church, with great attendance, souls saved, and baptisms. Despite heavy rain in the morning, the spirit was vibrant and upbeat. In the service, I announced our upcoming special Sundays, which will be part of our spring program and will emphasize the theme “Go and Grow.” I am excited to see how our church grows spiritually and numerically in the coming weeks…
70 Christians Beheaded
The murder of 70 Christians was reported on Feb. 22. Christians in the Democratic Republic of Congo were rounded up by Islamic rebels and taken from their village to another location where they would spend their final moments. They were bound and then beheaded. From the reports, their church affiliation is not clear, nor do we know of their individual testimonies. However, we do know that they were targeted because of their identification with Christ. This is a sober and tragic reminder that not all persecution was contained in the pages of the New Testament. Consider the following thoughts:
Lessons from a Water Bottle
The popular water bottle brand Owala listened to its customers’ complaints and has decided to launch a new version of their already-existing products. After gaining a trending status, the Owala FreeSip Tumbler has been found guilty of a few flaws. Many reviews left people convinced this was the perfect water bottle, yet not everyone received what they had expected…
Loyalty or Disloyalty?
My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: – Proverbs 1:8 Solomon admonishes his son not to forsake the law of his mother. The word “forsake” means “to quit or leave entirely; to desert; to abandon; to depart from.” What Solomon was saying not to be disloyal, […]
If I Were the Devil
One of the devil’s greatest attacks is against the work of biblical restoration. As the adversary of God, the devil despises any effort to bring a wayward soul back into fellowship with the Lord. His mission is to keep the fallen bound in sin and hopelessness…