Tag Archives: Bible Study

Free Book from John MacArthur

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Tim Farley

Okay, so I have not posted in a few weeks.  I realize that this is no way to maintain my readers, so I do apologize.  I am trying to do better, but responsibilities at my new ministry take up much … Continue reading →

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Which of these Common Sayings are Found in the Bible?

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Tim Farley

I recently quizzed my congregation on their knowledge of the Bible by asking them which of the following sayings are direct quotes from Scripture: 1.  Moderation in all things. 2.  Spare the rod, spoil the child. 3.  Do unto others … Continue reading →

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Geocentrists Still Exist

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Tim Farley

I am re-reading a book by one of my former seminary professors.  The book is Don’t Stop Believing and it deals with how Christian belief and action go together. In chapter one, the author makes the point that the more we … Continue reading →

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God has Created. God has Spoken. God has Acted.

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Tim Farley

First, let me apologize for not writing for some time.  I have been busy settling into my new ministry.  As I get into more of a routine, I will begin posting more regularly (probably 1 or 2 times per week). I … Continue reading →

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If you could ask God for one thing…

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Tim Farley

I am preparing a sermon and need your input.  All you have to do is respond to the following question: “If you could ask God for one thing (and only one thing), what would you ask for?” Leave your response … Continue reading →

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John Piper on Infant Death

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Tim Farley

John Piper believes that infants who die go to heaven.  I posted my thoughts on this topic not too long ago in a post titled Do Babies Go to Heaven? .  In my post, I used the character of God and … Continue reading →

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Free audiobooks from Piper and Bonhoeffer

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Tim Farley

In celebration of the upcoming Easter holiday, Christianaudio.com is giving away two great audiobooks this month.  Just head over to the site and follow the instructions to download Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s The Cost of Discipleship and John Piper’s Fifty Reasons Why Jesus … Continue reading →

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It’s good for Tiger, but not for me

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Tim Farley

Much has been written and discussed about the recent confession of Tiger Woods.  Was it sincere?  Did he do it because he was forced?  Was it just an attempt to limit the damage to his financial empire?  The debate goes on and … Continue reading →

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Listen through the Bible in 2010

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Tim Farley

Did you have a Bible reading plan last year?  Did you stick to it?  I am just now finishing up my second time through the Bible in 2009.  I have to admit that I read a little less this year … Continue reading →

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Were you born in a barn? Neither was Jesus.

Posted on December 19, 2009 by Tim Farley

 In a previous post, I pointed out some of the inaccuracies in our Christmas nativity scenes.  One that I did not mention, but that is probably the most inaccurate feature of all, is where Jesus was born.  Our nativities, songs, … Continue reading →

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