Editorial: The Conversion of Lydia, by Mark Mayberry
Examines Acts 16:14-15 and argues that God opened Lydia’s heart through the preaching of the gospel rather than through a direct operation of irresistible or prevenient grace.
Meditations: It Didn’t Have to Be That Way! by Kyle Pope
Uses the account of Isaac, Rebekah, Esau, and Jacob to show how partiality, deception, and poor judgment damage families while highlighting lessons for faithful living today.
Women’s Insights: Sweet Will of God, by Sherelyn Mayberry
Encourages Christians to surrender their will to God, walk in His light, find victory through Christ, and trust His sustaining care in every circumstance.
To the Praise of His Glory: How Can Young Christians Grow Spiritually? by Bruce Reeves
Explains that spiritual growth develops through God’s word, prayer, worship, fellowship, repentance, service, and patient perseverance in following Christ.
Bible Patterns: The Pattern of the Holy Spirit’s Work in Conversion, by Shawn Chancellor
Argues that the Holy Spirit follows a consistent biblical pattern of working through the revealed word to convict and convert sinners rather than through a direct operation on the heart.
Autobiography: Chapter 11—Nineteen Years in Decatur, by Bobby Graham
Reflects on nearly two decades of work with the Old Moulton Road congregation, emphasizing evangelism, leadership development, congregational growth, and biblical eldership.
Archaeology: The Mesha Inscription—The Moabite Stone, by Mike Willis
Surveys the discovery, contents, and historical significance of the Mesha Inscription as an important archaeological witness to the relationship between Moab and Israel.
Early Morning Musings: The Dreadful Nature of Sin, by David Weaks
Highlights the destructive consequences of sin and the importance of personal accountability, repentance, and obedience through lessons from Nineveh and Lamentations.
Expositions: Set Your Minds on Things Above, by Danny Linden
Expounds Colossians 3 by showing how Christians must put sin to death, cultivate Christlike virtues, and focus their lives on heavenly realities.
Open Issue #1: “I Can Tell You Didn’t Study,” by Chris Reeves
Stresses the necessity of diligent Bible study for preachers, teachers, church leaders, parents, and all Christians who seek to serve God faithfully.
Open Issue #2: Tracts—Timeless Tools for Teaching, by Jorge Maldonado
Defends the continued value of gospel tracts as effective tools for evangelism, biblical instruction, and opening doors to personal Bible study.
Open Issue #3: A Primer on the Holy Spirit, by Brenden Ashby
Provides an introductory overview of the Holy Spirit’s deity, His role in revealing truth, and His ongoing work in the lives of believers through Scripture.
Open Issue #4: “Eli, Eli, Lema Sabachthani”—A Psalm in Four Words, by Tim Matheny
Argues that Jesus’ cry from the cross intentionally invokes Psalm 22, pointing beyond suffering to vindication, triumph, and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.
Open Issue #5: Where Are the Godly Leaders? by David Dann
Examines the biblical qualities, examples, and responsibilities of godly leadership while urging Christians to become faithful leaders in their spheres of influence.
Open Issue #6: Irrational and Rational Fears, by Jerry King
Contrasts irrational fears that hinder faith with the healthy fear of God that leads to obedience, confidence, and spiritual security.