Author: ourCOG

Something for Preachers and Teachers to muse on…

Lately I have been studying Jay E. Adams’ essay on “Nine beliefs at the heart of biblical preaching (The Art & craft of Biblical Preaching). Adams gives as one of the beliefs at the heart of biblical preaching is that: the original intent of the text controls its message to hearers today.  I think it [...] »

America – The Land of No Restraint!

America – The Land of No Restraint!

If I were to ask you what has made America great, your reply would partially be based from the type of glasses you viewed the nation under when growing up in an America home. To a conservative business family, it is the free enterprise system.  To... »

The Worst Thing about Winter!

The Worst Thing about Winter!

I believe that Perry and I agree that the fall months are our favorite time of the year. One thing that makes them so enjoyable is College Football.  By now most of you know that I am a radical “Roll Tide” Alabama fan, although some of my be... »

Completed the Old Testament Commentary!

Completed the Old Testament Commentary!

During the week of Christmas, we closed our VOE offices for 3 working days to give our wonderful staff time to spend with family or friends.  I enjoyed my brief vacation at home and certainly was thrilled to eat Pam’s cooking and hang out with... »