​Tomorrow, May 26th, we observe Memorial Day.

While many Americans use the day to kick off summer with outdoor cookouts and relaxation, memorial Day clearly has a more solemn purpose.

It was intended for us to take time to remember those that gave their lives to preserve and protect our country. It reminds us that freedom is not free; it cost the blood and lives of millions of men and women. That being the case, it is only right that we take time to honor those who have fallen.

While we enjoy physical well-being and freedom because of the sacrifices of others, our spiritual well-being and freedom are far more important. One may be physically free, but spiritually sick and enslaved. Praise God for the One who willingly suffered and died so that we might be spiritually free. His name was Jesus Christ, and we memorialize Him every first day of the week when we partake of the Lord’s Supper.

When we put our faith in Jesus and obey His plan of salvation, He grants us peace, hope, joy, goodness, mercy, grace and eternal life in heaven.

While physical freedom is important, nothing compares with freedom from the consequences of sin. Jesus said, “...if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed” (John 8:36).
May we never forget the price that Jesus paid for our freedom!
Be a light for Christ in 2025! 

Dennis

What is Mother’s Day?
 
Faithful Christian mothers make it a priority to guide their children toward heaven. Such mothers virtually ensure that the Lord’s church will continue and that heaven will be fuller. As we honor our mothers today, please notice some things that Mother’s Day should be. 
 
Mother’s Day is:
 
A Day of Joy. The day of giving birth to new life is a great day of joy and gladness (Jno. 16:21). Although being a mother sometimes produces concern and apprehension, no one is happier than a Christian mom as she watches her children grow up to be faithful saints and productive members of the Lord’s church. 
 
A Day of Love. A Godly mother constantly pursues the physical and spiritual welfare of her children. She “watches over the ways of her household” with love (Prov. 31:27). Blessed is the family whose mother wraps her children in the security of genuine affection and unconditional love (Titus 2:4). 
 
A Day of Instruction. Godly mothers are Bible teachers and spiritual examples to their children. Her Christian values, wise words, and Christ-like attributes become instilled in the hearts and lives of her children (Prov. 31:26). Such Children are blessed indeed!
 
A Day of Devotion. Hannah devoted herself to giving her son Samuel for the service of the Lord (1 Sam. 1:11, 22, 27-28). Should it be any different for Christian mothers? Children do not become Christians by accident. Godly mothers play a crucial role in the faith of their children. If they are not completely devoted to God, it is unlikely that their  children will be any different. Set a godly example every day. One day, your children will “rise up and call (you) blessed” (Prov. 31:28).


Be a Light for Christ in 2025!
 
Dennis