THE IDLE AMERICAN

Members of Dallas’ First Assembly of God Church could hardly have realized what a dynamic duo they called to lead them beginning in February, 1998.Right alongside Rev. Thomas (Tom) Myers McMahan was the former Linda Diane Featherston.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself in love.” There is a difference between believing in God and actually living as though we believe in Him.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

It shouldn’t happen to a dog, nor to a rodeo clown.Such an unlikely opening sentence warrants further explanation, which I trust in the next 650 words or so will shed more light than bolts across the sky in an April thunderstorm.Content of this message has been approved by both my rescue dog,...

THE BIBLE SAYS

Run With EnduranceThe Hebrew writer said, “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus” (Hebrews 12:1). The Christian life is not a short sprint; it is a race that requires endurance. We begin this race by obeying the gospel.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “I always do the things that are pleasing to Him” (John 8:29). Faithfulness is one of the most endearing qualities we can find in another person.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Commentary by Dr. Don Newbury It wasn’t something he expected to find in his rural mail box. However, my Uncle Mort opened the envelope joyously; it was from his great nephew.He thought immediately about his kin’s spread deep in Arkansas.

THE IDLE AMERICAN

Advertising signs come and go, but few remain over the long haul.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Apostle Paul said, “This will take place on the day when God will judge our secrets through Jesus Christ, as my gospel declares” (Romans 2:16). There are things about every person that no one else knows.

JEANETTE’S VIGNETTES

I traveled to Dallas this past weekend to go homecoming dress shopping with Lillian. It is hard to believe that she is already a high school freshman. We were very lucky to find a dress at the first place we went. She is a quick shopper and not so difficult to please.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Abiding In ChristJesus said, “Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). Jesus used a simple but powerful word to describe the relationship He wants us to have with Him: abide.