The Purity of the Gospel How concerned are we with the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Paul the Apostle said that he was not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ (Romans 1:16). Paul is not saying that he is not embarrassed with the Gospel. He is boldly affirming the power of the Gospel, “It is the power of God. . .”…
Author: <span>Matthew Johnson</span>
Sure, the nights are shorter and the diapers stinkier; but the love grows stronger. I have only been a father for a short 1 month, but I have already failed. A few nights ago, my son would not stop crying. Call it colic, strong will, or whatever; but I had had enough. I stood up placed my son on the…
Undoubtedly we will all hear one of the greatest works of musical art in history this Christmas season, “The Messiah” written by Handel. Handel really is responsible for making Isaiah 9:6 a common Christmas passage. “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given and the government shall be upon his shoulder; and his name shall…
Some have asked for more pictures of Carter so here are few more. I am so sleepy. If young couples were told how much sleep they would get the first few weeks after having a child, we would be a lot less populated society. Seriously, I do praise and thank God for the gift of life that he placed in…
At long last here he is. My wife and I are happy to announce God’s little gift, Carter Stanley Johnson. He was born on December 8, 2005 at 2:14 pm. He is 7 lb. 4 oz. and 20 inches long. Mother and Carter are doing wonderfully.
This is one of my personal experiences this fall. On Thursday, October 13, 2005, God taught me a valuable lesson. As an assistant pastor, I relish every chance I get to preach God’s Word. God gave me that opportunity in a way that I will never forget. Five days earlier a 23 year old girl that I had never met…