Perfect

Caleb Martin

Feb 16, 2026

Short Articles

Perfection...as embodied in a peach? No, but some principles from that luscious fruit may point us toward the answer to man's quest for perfection. And for both people and peaches, their Maker deserves their best efforts...besides any and all glory from either.

The Babe in the Bulrushes

Amy Steedman

Sep 09, 2025

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The story of Moses, whose life was saved because of his mother's faith in action.

In Honor Preferring One Another

Luke Bennetch

Aug 20, 2025

Short Articles

May we be filled with the spirit and mind of Christ. He will give us the wisdom to know when to stand for Truth and not compromise, and when we merely hold a personal preference that should be laid down for the sake of our brethren.

The Scorner Revealed

Luke Bennetch

Aug 20, 2025

Short Articles

One would think that there would never be any scorners in the Church of Jesus Christ, but such is not the case. The way of the scorner is so common to human hearts that it is found in almost every people group. Is that me? Is that you?

Self-acceptance vs. Self-esteem

Brendon Martin

Apr 29, 2021

Sermons

How I think about myself matters. If I think wrongly of myself, there will be major problems. How does God want me to think about myself? A look into the Word of God to see what He has to say about the matter. To think of myself rightly will help me find peace and be a valuable part of HIs kingdom.

Self-Denial in the Selfie Age

Brendon Martin

Aug 26, 2020

Sermons

Since selfies are a modern development, does the Bible have anything pertinent to say to the subject? We are warned that the last days will be perilous, because “men shall be lovers of their own selves”. Consider: Can you imagine Jesus posting a selfie showing Himself washing the disciples’ feet?

A Round of Applause

Luke Bennetch

Jun 04, 2020

Short Articles

When people do well in a performance, the common response is to give them a round of applause. The better the performance, the longer we clap. What does God see and feel when we clap for one another? Is it an innocent thing of encouragement?

Christian Simplicity

Jolan Martin

Jun 03, 2020

Sermons

What is Christian simplicity? Why do we do the things we do? What is out motive for what we do? What is the core of simplicity?

Identity in Christ

Keith Gingerich

Aug 05, 2019

Sermons

In or on what is your identity based? Possessions, position, status, accomplishments? All of these will lost, altered, or outdated; only in the unchanging Christ will you find a solid sense of worth and identity.

Charge to Diligent Servants of Christ

Harold S. Martin

Jul 04, 2019

Short Articles

Second Timothy is the last letter that Paul ever wrote. The letter is Paul's final farewell. He was in prison because of his faith—jailed for preaching Christ and the resurrection from the dead. This article covers three main points from Paul's final exhortation.

Biblical Basis of Anabaptism - Part 3

Lester Burkholder

May 18, 2019

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As Anabaptists began to feel at home in the New World, they accepted prominent political positions, and persecution decreased as differences between them and the world lessened. But there were - and are - some who believe that their lifestyle will show that they follow the meek and lowly Christ.

The Elusiveness of Humility

Aaron Lapp

Apr 11, 2019

Short Articles

What is humility? How do I get humility? Or, how do I know if I am humble? "Humility is one of those traits that, once you claim to have it, it gets away."

The Test of Reproof

Luke Bennetch

Dec 18, 2018

Sermons

We find several categories of people in Proverbs. There is the simple, the scorner/the foolish, and the wise man. When we face the test of reproof, that crisis will identify us as one of the three. Let’s learn from the wise man how to pass the test of reproof.

The Sin of the Controlling Spirit

Luke Bennetch

Sep 22, 2018

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Could you recognize a controller? Here are some earmarks. How do you cope with a controller? Here is some wisdom. And what if...

Lessons from Matthew 18

Harold S. Martin

May 23, 2018

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In Matthew 18 Jesus teaches about humility and forgiveness. The example He uses is that of a little child.

God's Glory and Man's Frailty

Harold S. Martin

Apr 20, 2018

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Human beings come and go, in one hundred years most of the people alive today will be gone and largely forgotten. Only God remains the same. Every generation finds Him the as the generation before had found Him—unchanged, and still worthy of our confidence and hope.

Lessons from the Life of Rehoboam

Harold S. Martin

Mar 28, 2018

Short Articles

Asking for advice is good, but you must follow it for it to be of any use. Rehoboam is an example of someone who ignored wise counsel from older men and turned to the advice of his friends instead. The results were far worse than he could have imagined.

Psychology and Our Eroding Emotional Health

Glenn Wenger

May 30, 2017

Short Articles

In our churches as well as in society, emotional problems are increasing. Psychology's answer is that we need self-esteem and self-confidence for emotional health. What is God's answer? Read about God's response to people with low self-esteem in the Bible, and discover His answers for you today.

The Snare of Extremism

Lester Bauman

Apr 22, 2017

Short Articles

The problem with extremism is as old as man. Ecclesiastes 7:16 - 18 (paraphrased) says this: Do not be overly-righteous or overly-wise. Why should you destroy yourself? Do not be overly-wicked or foolish. Why should you die before your time? It is good to recognize and avoid all of these extremes.

Living Above Bitterness

Jay Horst

Jan 24, 2017

Sermons

Bitterness is like a leech. It attaches itself to and feeds on you, draining the life from you. Bitterness is rebellion against God. How do you respond to life? Do you let the unpleasant circumstances make you bitter?

Pride and Humility

John Brenneman

Jan 12, 2017

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The goal of this book is to call God's people back to a simple and humble lifestyle that glorifies God, not self.