born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
I think for many the idea of surrendering to a higher power often seems foreign and daunting. American "exceptionalism" tries to teach us to be self-reliant, independent, and in control of our destinies. This mindset often leads people to struggle with accepting the providence of God and yielding their will to His divine guidance. The... Continue Reading →
"The fruit of the righteous is like a tree producing life, and the one who wins souls is wise." (Proverbs 11:30, NET) We really need a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be a Christian. While they may attend church, give to charity, and strive to maintain a pure tongue, these actions alone... Continue Reading →
Introduction: Rare and peculiar events in the scriptures often carry profound significance. There are two times an animal speaks in the Bible. It should signal us to pay close attention. With this principle in mind, let's delve into the narratives of Genesis 3 and Numbers 22–25, focusing on the enigmatic stories of the serpent and Balaam's... Continue Reading →
Psalm 29 (ESV) A Psalm of David. 1 Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness. 3 The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the... Continue Reading →
In response to recent queries about my weekly schedule, I've taken a step back to consider how it has developed. Like many young preachers, I initially embraced the "Mondays off" process. However, a suggestion from my brother-in-law Ross led me to explore a different approach, inspired by the book "Preparing the Young Man to Preach... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 