Monthly Archives: July 2023

Remember, Partake, and Tell

Posted on July 31, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

They spoke against God; They said, “Can God prepare a table in the wilderness?” (Psalm 78:19 NASB) Can he? Our answer to that question reveals our faith. Psalm 78 offers historical information for the purpose of spiritual transformation. God’s great … Continue reading →

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Daily Devotions

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

In you, O Lord, do I take refuge; … For you, O Lord, are my hope, … Do not cast me off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength is spent. … My mouth will … Continue reading →

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The Conviction in the Ten Words (and a Case Study in Expository Brilliance)

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Do not commit adultery. (Exodus 20:14 CSB [Cf. Deut. 5:18 & Matt. 5:27-30]) The framers of the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Longer and Shorter Catechisms convened as called together by Parliament at Westminster Abbey in London between 1643 … Continue reading →

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The Preaching of Christ

Posted on July 18, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

After John was arrested, Jesus went to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God: “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (Mark 1:14-15 CSB) John the baptizer had been arrested. The final Old Testament prophet proved faithful to his calling. His task … Continue reading →

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The Wonder of Mark’s Gospel: Jesus’ Forty Days

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

And he was with the wild animals. (Mark 1:13b ESV) Mark tells us that while Jesus was being tempted in the wilderness he was with the wild animals. Writing with Mark’s gospel likely before them, neither Matthew or Luke mention … Continue reading →

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The Wonder of Mark’s Gospel: His Thesis Statement

Posted on July 12, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. (Mark 1:1 ESV) Mark was a no-nonsense writer. He had a story to tell and he tells it. He does not take us back to eternity past like … Continue reading →

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Faith in the Midst of Darkness

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

You have taken away my companions and loved ones. Darkness is my closest friend. (Psalm 88:18 NLT) The 88th Psalm has been my companion for almost 25 years thanks to a sermon by Dr. D. R. Davis. To be more … Continue reading →

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Conscience and Clarity

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

We can say with confidence and a clear conscience that we have lived with a God-given holiness and sincerity in all our dealings. We have depended on God’s grace, not on our own human wisdom. That is how we have … Continue reading →

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