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The Unity of the Spirit (Part 1)
In the book of Ephesians, the apostle Paul expresses the need for Christian unity. Notice the emphasis on the word “one” throughout this...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Dec 5, 20223 min read
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Revive Your Spiritual Life
Several weeks ago I was working on a bulletin article about personal revival and we noticed a passage in Ezekiel 37. In that passage we...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 28, 20222 min read
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The Work of the Holy Spirit
Take a glance through the book of Acts. Just as we saw in the gospels, you will see that the Holy Spirit is alive and at work on every...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 21, 20222 min read
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Criticism Is A Cry For Help
Why are we compelled to get into Facebook debates? We know that sparring on social media is never profitable. Yet we often defend our...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 8, 20226 min read
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Is the Holy Spirit Working, Retired or Unemployed?
Take a trip to the unemployment office and you will see people out of work. Take a trip to the beach and you’ll see people taking some...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 7, 20223 min read
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THE HOLY SPIRIT OF GOD
There is a strange new teaching being circulated around the brotherhood today concerning the Holy Spirit. A new teaching that both...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Nov 1, 20222 min read
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How Can We Have Spiritual Unity?
In our worship services we sing songs about unity. We pray for unity. In the Bible we read about unity. Unity in the Spirit is...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Oct 17, 20223 min read
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10 REASONS SHOULD WE STUDY THE OLD TESTAMENT?
Have you ever wondered why there are two "testaments" in the Bible? We call them the "old" and the "new" testaments, but why? Most people...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Oct 3, 20225 min read
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THE BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE
I love movies. Old or new. Western or Comedy. Sci-fi or Drama. If you ever make it to a game show and need a lifeline for 1980's movies...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Sep 12, 20223 min read
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September 11: A Day To Remember
September 11 is day to remember a time in our nation when we put aside our politics, our traditions, our opinions, and our disagreements...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Sep 11, 20222 min read
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Your Story is Still Being Written
The website "Statista" recently reported that according to their research from 2018 to 2021 around 30% of Christians do not read their...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Sep 5, 20222 min read
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Can You Handle the Truth?
What is truth? Pilate asked this question to Jesus about 2000 years ago. People still wonder what truth really is and how it can be...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Aug 22, 20222 min read
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Naming Your Demons
An elder I worked with for several years would greet those who responded to the invitation. Sundays and Wednesdays we always offer am...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Aug 17, 20222 min read
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There is a Price For Freedom, Peace & Rest
Genesis ends with an abrupt halt. The Israelites were in Egypt. The promise for Abraham's seed had been re-emphasized for four...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Aug 10, 20222 min read
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God Rewards Those Who Diligently Seek Him
Why do you serve the Lord? I believe that our desire should be to seek the presence of God and glorify His holy name in all things. Would...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Aug 1, 20223 min read
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Somebody Needs An Attitude Adjustment
My parents used to threaten me with an "attitude adjustment." Have you ever gotten one of those? Have you ever felt like you needed an...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 25, 20222 min read
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What’s Up With Millennial Christians?
**This blog was published in the Magnolia Messenger.** www.magnoliamessengermag.com It’s a common joke among older people: “What’s up...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 21, 20223 min read
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Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover
Do you judge a book by its cover? I've been guilty before. Time and time again, even though I know its foolish, I have purchased a book...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 11, 20223 min read
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Freedom Over Socialism
Happy 4th of July! I hope you are planning to enjoy this holiday. I've always loved Independence Day. Grilling hot dogs and burgers...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 4, 202214 min read
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God Keeps His Promises
Earlier this week I did an online devotional on II Peter 3:9 which says, "The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count...
Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jul 3, 20222 min read
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