The wise man Solomon wrote, “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord” (Prov. 18:22). A good marriage is a great blessing and is the foundation of a healthy, happy home. Too many people take their marriage for granted. Marriage is like a garden. It is a beautiful… Read More Proverbs: A Wise Marriage — Michael Grooms
“Now Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valor, but he was the son of a harlot…” (Judg. 11:1, NKJV). Thus, the reader of the Scriptures is introduced to this man who served as a judge over Israel for a period of six years. The fact that Jephthah was the son of a harlot… Read More Judges: Learning From Jephthah — Michael Grooms
The greatest story ever told is found in the gospel accounts of the Bible. This story is true. It is historical. It is about the greatest man who ever lived. This man was God in the flesh, Jesus Christ. This account begins with His birth. It reveals the toil of His ministry on this earth.… Read More What I Learned From The Gospels — Michael Grooms
The books of prophecy written by Hosea and Joel are the first two books of the Old Testament division referred to as “Minor Prophets.” Hosea consists of fourteen chapters while Joel has only three chapters. Though small, these books of Scripture are important. They give us much insight to the nature of God and His… Read More Truth From Hosea and Joel — Michael Grooms
The Holy Spirit is a person of the Godhead. He is one with the Father and the Son (1 John 5:7). He is a powerful force that was, in the beginning, a part of creation (Gen. 1:2) and has been active in the development of God’s scheme of redemption in both the Old Testament and… Read More Does The Holy Spirit Make Me Understand The Bible? — Michael Grooms
God, in His infinite power and foreknowledge, has had a plan to bring about the redemption of mankind and to fulfill His will since the beginning of creation. When Adam and Eve sinned by eating the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge, they experienced the shame of sin for the first time and hid from… Read More Providence and Eternal Purpose — Michael Grooms
People are created to be social beings. In the beginning, God created Adam and said, “It is not good that man should be alone…” (Gen. 2:18). God then created Eve to be a companion and a mate for Adam. Inherent in this statement made by God is the understanding that people are dependent on the… Read More Conformed Or Transformed? — Michael Grooms
Did Moses see the face of God? The account found in Exodus 33 in the Bible has caused many people to ask this question. Some people have suggested that the Bible contains a contradiction in this account in reference to the words of John when he wrote, “No one has seen God” (John 1:18; 1… Read More Face To Face With God — Michael Grooms
The Bible is a glorious book! Through scripture, our Creator has revealed Himself to His creation. The good news of how humankind may live in harmony with his God is revealed in the pages of the Bible. The eternal destiny of each person who is accountable for sin is dependent upon a proper understanding of… Read More Types And Antitypes — Michael Grooms
What do your clothes say about your heart? The attire people wear is often an expression of who they are. For some, it is a t-shirt with a logo, slogan, or picture that expresses an interest or attitude. It may be the wearing of particular brands or individual styles that relate to a culture. These… Read More Modesty: The Heart Of The Matter — Michael Grooms
In the beginning…” Thus begins the biblical account of creation in Genesis 1:1. The creation of man and woman, made in the very image of God, served as the crowning act of God’s masterpiece (Gen. 1:27). Genesis 2:21-24 elaborates further on the creation of woman from the rib of Adam, and culminates in the first… Read More What Jesus Said About Divorce and Remarriage — Michael Grooms
The accusation that one is a member of a cult is one that is usually taken in offense, and for a good reason. The word “cult” as normally used is a pejorative term that is relative in definition. Many people use the term to insult a group of people with whom they disagree. Most of… Read More “You’re A Cult!” — Michael Grooms
Mention the word “fellowship” to many Christians, and images of sliced ham, fried chicken, green beans, casseroles, and a table full of desserts enter the mind. The term “fellowship meal” has been coined to refer to a congregational meal where members enjoy food and social interaction. While it is appropriate to use the word “fellowship”… Read More What Is Fellowship? — Michael Grooms
“So…how is the church of Christ different from other denominations?” I have been asked that question many times, and I am happy to give an answer. First, let me address the question itself. The term “church of Christ” is a possessive term that demonstrates the church as belonging to Christ. It is not the name… Read More How Is The Church of Christ Different From Denominations? — Michael Grooms, Guest Editor (Editorial: May/June, 2018)
In the beginning… The words that would complete the sentence above would vary depending upon where they are spoken, and who is doing the speaking. If one were hearing these words in a science class, it is likely they would be followed with some reference to a “big bang.” If the speaker were teaching a… Read More Secular History vs. Biblical History — Michael Grooms
It is not sufficient to simply be married. To be is to exist, and nothing more. For a marriage to be the kind of marriage God wants us to have, we must do more than simply exist in a married state. A godly marriage is the result of dedication to being the very best husband… Read More A Good Husband — Michael Grooms
Editor’s Note: Brother Grooms recently made a sermon in which he expounded upon the points made in this article. He preached it at the Boiling Springs Church of Christ in Boiling Springs, SC, on February 21, 2016. We encourage you to listen to his lesson here. By faith, Abraham obeyed…” (Heb. 11:8a). Thus begins the… Read More What Abraham Has Taught Me – Michael Grooms
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