What does it mean to conform to the image of Jesus and seek the mind of Christ (Philippians 2:5-8)? I heard a wonderful lesson once...

There was a time that I enjoyed getting on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media sites. And, I realize that I don't have to use these...

Ready for another Monday? Yes, it’s coming again. Every week. Same time Whether you are ready or not. What can you do? True disciples...

Marriage is the oldest institution in the Bible. However, it is also the oldest covenant in the history of the world. The Old Testament...

I’m not a huge fan of the Huffington Post, but they ran an article in 2017 that had the following headline: “American Bible Reading...

God's ways may be mysterious, but one thing He loves to do is reveal those mysteries to mankind. He wants us to seek the answers to...

You have probably noticed that I always end my articles and blogs with the phrase “You are loved .” God loves you! It's true! Look no...

I was first acquainted with the community of Waterloo in 1996 when I moved to the Florence, Alabama area to attend International Bible...

The Trinity. The Godhead. The Immortal 3 in 1. All-Knowing. All-Seeing. All-Powerful. After 44 years of attending services, listening to...

OVERWHELMED is defined like this.... 1. to overcome completely in mind or feeling. 2. to overpower or overcome, especially with superior...

I’m often struck by the consistency of God’s faithfulness. He promises and He delivers. I Corinthians 1:9 says, ”God is faithful, by whom...

Recently, I have been wondering about the future of the church. I pondered things that can be done to properly restore the New Testament...

A few years ago I heard a sermon on contentment on the radio. The preacher said, “Contentment is knowing that God is in control and He...

For the past couple of years, we have used www.rayreynoldsrap.com as a free ministry resource for eager students who want to immerse...

A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the origin of Mother’s Day. For some reason I have become interested in the history, origin, and...

One passage that I keep in my heart in times of difficulty is Philippians 4:6. It says "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every...

People often wonder if they missed their calling. Have we lived our best life? Could we do more? I think we all want to fulfill our...

Jesus tells dozens of stories. He uses amazing, uplifting illustrations. However, there is one teaching where He uses some graphic...

When I was young I remember thinking about Heaven often. I guess it’s because I heard so many preachers talk about it. There are so many...

On this day (May 31, 2021) the United States will celebrate another Memorial Day. As an American citizen I am proud that we live in a...