Arnold Church of Christ

Memorial Day

2010-02-10T15:49:00.001-06:00

by: Josh RobinsonOn the last Monday in May, this nation celebrates Memorial Day. It is a national holiday that is dedicated to the fallen soldiers who have gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country, so that we might live in freedom. From the limited amount of research that I have been able to do, over 1.5 million Americans have died in service to their country. I would like to express my

Let's Take Our Boots Off!

2010-02-03T09:48:00.001-06:00

A while back, we hosted the monthly preacher’s meeting here at Arnold. I was pleased to see so many of the area preachers gather together to teach, learn, and have fellowship together. The topics that were selected were very timely and included “Encouraging the Brethren”, “Encouraging the Preacher”, and “Evangelism.” During the course of these lessons, two main points came out. That we have to

The Parable of the Hidden Treasure

2010-01-30T18:26:00.000-06:00

It has been often said that a parable is an earthly story, with a heavenly meaning. This is a true statement. The Lord used common every day occurrences to teach people about the kingdom, prayer, stewardship, and many other things. As we study the parables keep in mind, that there is a central theme to each one. With these things in mind, let us examine the parable of the Hidden Treasure. Again

The Gospel Plan of Salvation

2010-01-29T10:17:00.002-06:00

by: Eric Scher When one creates something one would have a desire for howthat something will function. For example we would not want a boat to fly up in the air when the function of it is supposed to be for travelling on water. Likewise God has created us to be His servantswhile we live here and ultimately in the life to come. The bible teaches usthat we were put here on this planet to

Freeing the World of Ignorance

2009-12-01T08:58:00.002-06:00

“Truly, these times of ignorance God overlooked, but now commands all men everywhere to repent” (Acts 17:30). The bible is full of hard sayings like these but knowing about them does not make them any easier to accept. Some of the teens on Wednesday night found it particularly difficult to understand how simply because one never hears of the gospel than it disqualifies them from heaven. The

The Life and Times of Joseph, the Encourager

2009-11-20T11:11:00.002-06:00

Many know of this man named Joseph, but know him by another name, Barnabas (Acts 4:36). We read here in Acts that Joseph was called “son of encouragement” by the apostles, which means Barnabas. Immediately, his name speaks volumes of the man’s character because it was not his given name, but a nick name given to him by the apostles of the Lord. From the word go, this Levite from Cyprus (Acts

“Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven”

2009-11-04T09:46:00.002-06:00

From time to time I like to stop and take a look at the lyrics from songs that we sing in worship. This week I want to break from that tradition and look at some lyrics to a song we may sing in our cars, homes, or workplace. “Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven” is a song performed by country singer Kenney Chesney, and written by Jim Collins and Marty Dodson. The song lyrics are as follows:1ST

O Captain! My Captain!

2009-10-28T12:12:00.000-05:00

At first glance the book of Ecclesiastes is very negative. It seems that with every turn of the page the preacher is telling us that there is no point to life. With the opening of the book he says that all is vanity, the sun comes up and goes down, each generation works under the sun then dies and the next comes, the rivers run into the sea but the sea is not filled. We read in verse 18

Let Me Tell You a Story....

2009-08-26T16:28:00.000-05:00

A few years back, a gentleman told me that he thought the Bible was just a bunch of stories and fables similar to the Grimm’s fairy tales.“Let me tell you a story”. “Once upon a time”….”A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away”.Maybe you have heard these before, or maybe you have said these words as you started to tell a story. Most likely we all heard these phrases in our childhood, probably

Freedom

2009-08-10T10:08:00.000-05:00

A certain man was sitting and thinking about the actions that had put him in the circumstances he found himself. Locked up for crimes he knew he was guilty of doing. Knowing he would be there until the day of his execution, but dreaming of having his freedom. But then, something strange started happening. There were events going on that he started hearing about. The guards were talking

Those on the Right

2009-06-03T11:37:00.000-05:00

June 1, 2009, the Prison Ministry at the Arnold Church of Christ entered a new phase. I am so excited and thrilled to be a part of this great work. Next week I will have the privilege of attending a national workshop on Prison Ministry in Corpus Christi, Texas. I will give a report shortly afterwards. Although I am anxious to be certified to have access to go into the prison, it will be a

Do You Have a Clothed Mind?

2009-05-05T11:26:00.000-05:00

Ephesians 6:10-20Have you heard the terms “open mind” and “closed mind”? “He has an open mind” or, “We can't discuss anything, he has such a closed mind.” A person with an open mind is one that is willing to listen before making a decision. A person with a closed mind says, “My mind is made up, don't confuse me with the facts.” Do you have a clothed mind? We wear clothes for modesty and fashion

Seven Year Bamboo

2009-02-11T13:05:00.000-06:00

Although typically fast-growing, there is a special type of bamboo grown in China that requires a specific type of care to grow. After initially sprouting, the bamboo acquires a modest height of a foot or so. At that point the growth becomes dormant. However, an expert on the soil required for the growing of this plant continues to care for the seedling. In fact, for the next seven years this

Our Governing Authorities

2009-01-21T08:27:00.001-06:00

Today the United States will enter into what would be a very dangerous time if it were in another country. Today is the Inauguration of the new President, which in many countries, this event is either lead or closely followed by murder, war, political and economic unrest. However, in this Great country this power change happens every four to eight years without incident. This is something to

Christianity today...

2008-11-16T15:45:00.003-06:00

It is a rule, Sir, which I inviolably observe, to refer myself to you in all my doubts; for who is more capable of guiding my uncertainty or informing my ignorance? Having never been present at any trials of the Christians, I am unacquainted with the method and limits to be observed either in examining or punishing them. Whether any difference is to be allowed between the youngest and the adult;

Reverencing God

2008-11-11T08:56:00.001-06:00

INTRODUCTIONYahweh, Adonai, Jehovah, Elohim, I AM, God, Father…these are all names for the eternal, omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent, all merciful, all gracious, longsuffering, loving, just creator of all the universe. It is because of Him and his perfect attributes that man and the beautiful universe he enjoys exist. From the beginning of time God has been the driving force behind all things.

40,000,000 lights extinguished....and counting

2008-10-23T13:55:00.001-05:00

Have We Washed Our Hands of Innocent Blood?Forty million innocent unborn children have been murdered in the United States under the disguise of someone's "right to choose." This is simple insanity. No one in their right mind can think that this is a noble statistic to quote. Can that number sink in? 40...million...There is much blame to go around. Mostly to those who advocate this infanticide,

What Must I Do to be Saved?

2008-09-25T09:12:00.005-05:00