If Russia’s sharply declining birth rate is any indication, depopulation, and not an overabundance of humans straining Earth’s resources, is the real threat humanity faces. The problem of depopulation is not merely Russia’s — the Western nations are facing declining populations. Canada’s National Post columnist Mark Steyn wrote that Italy’s population decline matches Russia’s. “Because […] The post Russia’s Depopulation Disaster appeared first on lawofliberty.com ..read more

Ever wonder how to have a good and righteous day? Psalm 118:24 says, “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” A Christian ought to wake up everyday thinking what they can do to have a righteous day. Of course, to have a righteous day, one must act righteously. But what exactly does that mean? Here are some suggestions: • Today I will not strike back (Romans 12:19-21). If someone is rude, if someone is im- patient, if someone is unkind, I will not respond in a like manner. I will always make sure I am controlled. • Today I will ask God to bless my “enemy ..read more

“I’m rubber and your glue, whatever you say bounces off of me and sticks to you!” How many times when we were kids did we use this line or how many times have we heard children today use it? There is no counting the times this phrase has been uttered and repeated. The concept it conveys is so easy to understand that even three and four year olds can realize its meaning. The idea that no matter what one could say, their own speech would be turned around and applied back on themselves. We can make a spiritual application to this saying; whatever we tell others when it comes to what God wants us ..read more

The name of Jesus is above all names. Paul, in Philippians 2:5-11, proved this about Jesus when he said, “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus ever ..read more

The “Parable of the Good Shepherd” is recorded between two miracles which  only John records: Jesus giving sight to a blind man (John 9) and the resurrection of Lazarus (John 11). While both these miracles (as well as the teaching regarding the good shepherd) occurred in or near Jerusalem, after this discourse about the good shepherd, because of the intense opposition of the rulers against Him, Jesus and His disciples retreated “beyond the Jordan” where John at first baptized (John 10:40). The incident records two more “I am” statements Jesus made of Himself.  Jesus said, “I am the d ..read more

“I am not ashamed of the gospel…therein is revealed a righteousness of God from faith unto faith, as it is written, the just shall live by faith…” Romans 1:16f. The good news (gospel) about the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus for our sins and justification is God’s power to save all believers whether Jews or Gentiles. The gospel is not limited only to the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, but these three things are it’s core and make it the good news it is. In the gospel is revealed a righteousness of God. The word “reveal” means to uncover, unveil or to lay bear. The gospel r ..read more

It is an unfortunate thing in our society, but all too real–people are trying to blur the lines between RIGHT and WRONG. In times past, nearly everyone would agree that lying is WRONG and “honesty is the best policy.” Today, folks will say that it is okay to lie in some situations if it will not “hurt” anyone. Likewise, it used to be that religious people would universally condemn pre-marital sex. However, in the present many of our neighbors turn a “blind eye.” It seems that as the years go by, there are few things that are definitely RIGHT or WRONG. One of the problems is that we have been f ..read more

The January 12 edition of The Lufkin Daily News carried an article titled “Increasing number of pastors are giving themselves titles.” The article explained how denominational preachers are no longer satisfied with their designation of “pastor” or “reverend,” but are now appointing themselves as “doctor,” “bishop” and “apostle.” One man was quoted as saying, “In order to compete, a reverend is not enough for their status…Even calling themselves doctors doesn’t do enough. We have to find other titles that have more of a mystical appeal.” This is no surprise. Men have been seeking to elevate the ..read more

Reverence for the Lord is an acknowledgment of His great power. When Abraham first met with God, he fell on his face (Genesis 17:1-3). Moses was commanded to remove his shoes because he was walking on holy ground (Exodus 3:5). Isaiah 45:9 says, “Woe unto him that striveth with his Maker! Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth. Shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, What makest thou? or thy work, He hath no hands?” Furthermore, the book of Leviticus tells us that God commanded reverence in His house (19:30; 26:2). There was also a reverence for kings (1 Samuel 24:6; 26:9 ..read more

Today’s computer and printer technology allows workers to present prospective employers a very professional-looking resume which is intended to draw attention to their qualifications. Opportunity does not come easy, and educated men and women must be industrious and impressive in today’s job market. When you have the opportunity to inspect someone’s resume, you can see the time and effort involved to make a respectable place for themselves in the world. Perhaps you have looked at the paper and thought, “What if we had to fill out a resume to be accepted as a Christian?” Let me share with you som ..read more