In a few days we will once again come together on Christmas Day, a day to gather with families to celebrate and commemorate the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ, God’s Son and our Savior, to the world! Perhaps before the day is over, we shall need to pray the prayer once prayed innocently byContinue reading “The Wonder of it All”
Author Archives: Dr. Anthony Slutz
Why Christ Came to Earth
George MacDonald, in his poem entitled “That Holy Thing,” speaking about the coming of Jesus Christ and the expectation of the world at the time of His coming, wrote: “They were all looking for a king to slay their foes and lift them high; Thou cam’st—a little baby thing that made a woman cry.” And,Continue reading “Why Christ Came to Earth”
“Agape Love”
I have known William Holder for more than 40 years. At our first meeting, I came away from his home feeling he was pretty gruff. He was younger then, as was I, and I felt that he was combative concerning church, faith, and matters spiritual. His wife was then, as she always has been, quietContinue reading ““Agape Love””
The Unspeakable Gift
It’s that time of the year again when gift giving is on the minds of most: What to give and to whom, how much to give, and a myriad of other questions. But the least-asked question is maybe the most important one of all: Why to give? It is a wise saying that “you canContinue reading “The Unspeakable Gift”
When God’s Hand is Upon a Church
Depending upon which church growth expert you have been reading, there are supposedly thousands of churches closing their doors every year. A number of possible reasons are cited. To hear that a local body of believers, a church, has closed its doors is dismaying in the least. Churches are living organisms, bodies that are appendagesContinue reading “When God’s Hand is Upon a Church”
Grudge Not!
There’s a sin that believers can commit that may be more deadly than adultery. It infects victims with a plague more dreadful than Covid. It is, in practice, often more damaging than alcoholism. It is not only possible for believers to commit this sin; it is commonly practiced and can be found in almost anyContinue reading “Grudge Not!”
It’s Thanksgiving Day!
It’s Thanksgiving Day! A blanket of snow spread lightly in traces, A world moving fast to all the old places; Cherished smiles on children’s sweet faces, Can it be, Thanksgiving again? Food in baskets, good things galore— Food enough for twenty and more! Cakes and pies, and who knew we were poor? Say, can itContinue reading “It’s Thanksgiving Day!”
He Would Not Be Silent
The Psalmist was so full of thankfulness for God’s mercies that he exclaimed in Psalm 30:12: “To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent, O Lord, my God, I will give thanks unto Thee forever.” He has so much for which to offer praise. He is thankful thatContinue reading “He Would Not Be Silent“
Mary Ann
She is my oldest sister, born about eight years before I became the fourth of five children of Theodore and Margaret in Van Buren County, southeastern Iowa. Mary Ann was the first born, and she has always demonstrated an individualistic spirit. She is an avid reader, a loyal friend, a lover of fine china, aContinue reading “Mary Ann“
Don’t Look Back!
Jesus was once approached by a would-be disciple who said, “Lord, I will follow Thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.” Jesus’ reply was a warning for all those who are following the Lord Jesus or who are contemplating signing up for service: “And Jesus saidContinue reading “Don’t Look Back!“
YOU and GOD 