A Study in Bitterness

After Naomi’s husband and sons had died, she and Ruth returned to Bethlehem. Her friends recognized Naomi and welcomed her, but in Ruth 1:20-21 (KJV) we see this: “And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with...

Godly Men Needed

I’ve got a question for my male readers today: Are you a man of purity? What does this mean?  What kind of purity am I speaking about? Let’s delve into Scripture for some answers.  In I Corinthians 16:13-14, we read this exhortation: “Watch, stand fast in the faith,...

Seeing the Vision Through

“Give us clear vision that we may know where to stand and what to stand for, because unless we stand for something we shall fall for anything.” Those are the words of Peter Marshall (1902–1949), renowned pastor and statesman who was twice appointed chaplain of...

A Mountaintop Experience With God

Nestled deep within central Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains lies a series of three summits — Sharp Top, Flat Top and Harkening Hill — known collectively as the Peaks of Otter. It is within this rugged mountain terrain where Indians and early settlers once journeyed...

Happy Birthday Hope Now TV!

We celebrate the second anniversary of Hope Now TV this summer! Yes, our 24/7-television network and online video network launched 24 months ago to share the Gospel and equip believers in their walk with Christ. Viewers experience the preaching and teaching of:  ...

Why We Serve

“I’m praying for you.” These can be very comforting words when we are facing a situation that brings grief or pain into our lives. When these words are offered by a genuine Christian friend, there is solace and encouragement in knowing that they are spending time in...