Preacher's Pen

This is our first lesson in our new Bible Study Series on the Preacher's Pen. We are going to study one chapter a week from the life of Jesus as we go through 2023. Today's lesson is the reading of our text for this week (January 2 - 6, 2023) Be sure to follow us and subscribe to this channel.

The video below is a series of slides from a lesson, "The Four Stages of Spiritual Development." The stages were taken from the verse Isaiah 40.31. "...but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." (Isaiah 40.31)

Each of us wants a bright future and a powerful legacy, but what actions are we taking today to be sure that happens. For a moment, see your life backwards and see if that can make a difference. Find out more on the Preacher's Pen at http://www.preacherspen.org

In this episode of "Wednesdays in the Word," Psalm 2 is discussed. Take a moment and follow our Journey Through the Psalms as we discuss Psalm 2 today. You can find out more on the Preacher's Pen website at http://www.preacherspen.org

As Christians, we all need encouragement and we need to be ones to encourage others. Reach out your hand to the discouraged and share with them the Saviors courage. Though the nations rage and the mountains crumble, God will shelter us under the shadow of His wing, the refuge of our souls will vanquish the enemy of death and a room await — a room in the mansion of the Father awaits those who are found in the cleansing power of the Savior.

In this episode of the Preacher's Pen Podcast/Vidcast, I share with you the "Top Ten Signs You Might Be Doing Church Instead of Being the Church." There are many people who might be doing church and acting teh part instead of living the constant life of a Christian. See how this list might affect you. Find more out on the Preacher's Pen at http://www.preacherspen.org

One of the biggest struggles of Christians is the struggle with guilt. Whether it is guilt of the past or guilt because of what someone else did, Christians struggle with guilt. Allow me a few moments to share with you the role of Romans 8.1 in the life of a Christian. "There is now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus." Find out more on the Preacher's Pen at http://www.preacherspen.org

This Sunday as you come to worship God, be sure to keep an eye out for this five groups of people: #1 - Widows (James 1.27) #2 - Orphans (James 1.27) #3 - The Weak (Romans 15.1) #4 - The Suffering (1 Cor. 12.26) #5 - The Growing (2 Peter 1.10)

In this episode of the Friday Five on the Preacher's Pen, we discuss the four levels of communication and they how those influence the five keys to greater fellowship. Each Christian may practice these five keys each week to achieve greater fellowship with their spiritual family. 1 - Watch out…for others. 2 - Adopt a stirring up attitude. 3 - Live as a family. 4 - Find one person. 5 - Grow, grow, grow! Enjoy the Friday Five and check out the Preacher's Pen website at http://www.preacherspen.org The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting you in creating a great day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Are you "doing church" or are you "being the church? There is a difference. What is the difference in "doing church" and "being the church?" The difference is one is acting and one is living. One will simply act the part and the other will live as the church daily. Which one are you? The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting you in creating a great day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

The Law of Entropy States that all systems, left unattended, will run down. New energy needs brought into relationships, including marriage. Allow us to share with you five things to help in your marriage. 1 - Are you praying for your marriage? 2 - Are you thinking God for answering your prayers? 3 - Have you communicated to your spouse in your marriage? 4 - Are you spending time together? 5 - Do you have plans for your marriage? Take a moment and see what new energy can occur in your marriage through five simple questions. The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting you in creating a better day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Find out more at the Preacher's Pen website - http://www.preacherspen.org

In this episode of "Wednesdays in the Word" a little secret to life is discussed from Numbers 13.30-33. As the children of Israel approach the promise land, the begin losing their focus as they see the giants and the bountiful land. Join with us as we seek to learn about Life's Little Secret from their journey. Find out more on the Preacher's Pen website - http://www.preacherspen.org

In this episode of Wednesday in the Word on the Preacher's Pen, we discuss the parable of the sower found in Matthew 13. The Parable of the Sower is unique because many will focus only on the seed, but today, let us turn our attention to the sower. Here are a few things to remember from the Parable of the Sower: #1 - The Sower knew his responsibility. #2 - The Sower had the right seed. #3 - The Sower had his field. #4 - The Sower never stopped sowing. Find out more at the Preacher's Pen at http://www.preacherspen.org The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting others in creating a better day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

In this episode of the Preacher's Pen, we discuss five simple things you can do to continue to create better days for a better life tomorrow. #1 - Keep pressing on (Galatians 6.9) #2 - Remember to help someone (Romans 15.1; Hebrews 3.13) #3 - Stay on the right path (Proverbs 3.5,6) #4 - Examine yourself (2 Corinthians 13.5) #5 - Remember, God loves you. (John 3.16-17) Thank you for watching. Be sure to find out more on the Preacher's Pen - http://www.preacherspen.org

In this episode of the Preacher's Pen Podcast/Vidcast., there is a brief examination of the Hebrew words, "Adonai Jehovah" and how those words can affect our lives as children of God. The ultimate question is, "Is the Lord a part of your life or the master of your life?" Find out more on the Preacher's Pen website at http://www.preacherspen.org The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting you in creating a better day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Be blessed.

In this episode of "Monday's Motivational Thought," the question is asked, "Have you ever washed a rental car?" We also discuss the power of God in our lives and going to a God who runs from Luke 15.20. The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting you in creating a great day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

This episode of the Friday Five will discuss five things you can do today regarding prayer this weekend to increase in your faith and prayer life. 1. Pray 2. Find scriptures on prayer 3. Make opportunity to prayer 4. Write a prayer 5. Pray for yourself. God wants to hear from you. Thanks you for watching the Friday Five on the Preacher's Pen. The Preacher's Pen is dedicated to assisting others in creating a better day today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Find more about the Preacher's Pen at http://www.preacherspen.org

This episode of “Wednesdays in the Word” discusses background and meaning of Mark 9.24, “Lord’ I believe, help my unbelief!” The background of the verse, along with the wording, is something for each of us to consider today as we look to our faithfulness in daily life. “Wednesdays in the Word” is a short video lesson on a passage of text to help us create better days today for a better life tomorrow, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Do you have an "Attitude of Gratitude?" What does that really mean? What can you do right now to begin developing an "Attitude of Gratitude?" Matthew Henry once said, after being robbed late one night, “Let me be thankful, first, because I was never robbed before; second, because, although the thieves took my all, it was not much; and third, because it was I who was robbed, not I who robbed.” Take a moment and write down three things you are thankful for today. Put them in a place you can see them and look at them throughout the day.

Remember Psalm 23, are you familiar with the requirements of sheep to lie down? Allow me to share with you the requirements are mentioned by Philip Keller in his book, "A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23." Be sure to check out the Preacher's Pen website - http://www.preacherspen.org