It's a common observation that a local church, like any other gathering of people, is not immune to conflict. When a group of individuals, all sinners, come together, it's only natural that disputes will arise. These conflicts can even occur between people who share the same love for the Lord and Savior as you do.
We live in a world of instant information. Yet, with our access through various mediums and devices, God’s people are more biblically illiterate than ever in history. Not long ago, parents catechized their children, conducted family worship each evening, and spent time praying together as families. Not long ago, missing worship (both services) would have been unthinkable. Things have changed in our modern world, and I am not convinced they have changed for the better. The fruit of our failures to catechize, conduct family worship, and teach the importance of corporate worship each Lord’s Day is rotten. Its effects are visible across the spectrum of our culture and, worse, our churches.
The Daily Prayer
Psalm 100
August 7, 2026
The Morning Devotional: Psalm 100
Prayer: Our God in heaven, we give you thanks for delivering us from the misery of sin, freeing us to worship you as you have commanded. We thank you for being our Shepherd who guides us each day, leading us safely to our eternal rest.
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Psalm 100
August 7, 2026
Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!
2 Serve the Lord with gladness!
Come into his presence with singing!
The Daily Prayer
May 10, 2026
Prayer: Our Father, who is infinitely wise and beyond our comprehension. You are beyond seeking out, for your ways are not our ways, and your thoughts are not our thoughts. Yet, in your kindness, you have revealed yourself to us through your Son and your Word
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