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by Tom Wacaster Over a span of almost 50 years of preaching, I have frequently been asked, “How can I be sure that I am saved?” I have no doubt that those asking the question were sincere, and in many … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster Studying the parable of the lost coin provides rich spiritual treasures. It is informative, for it tells us of the joy in heaven over one lost soul. It is instructive, for it teaches us the value of … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster Luke uses only four words to describe the extent to which wicked men will go when once they have developed a hatred for the God Who loves them. Arrested and quickly rushed through a mock trial in … Continue reading →

“And the grace of our Lord abounded exceedingly with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus” (1 Tim. 1:14). Not only does the grace of God abound, it abounds exceedingly. Two English words translate one Greek word (‘huperpleonazo’) which … Continue reading →

Each one of us has the responsibility of rendering worship to God. No one can offer homage to God for another, nor can the congregation as a “group” fulfill the obligation of the individual. An important truth regarding worship was … Continue reading →

One of the qualifications of the deacon is that he not be “given to much wine” (1 Tim):8). Because of the wording of the text in the American Standard Version and the King James Version, it is often argued that … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster by Tom Wacaster For many years the Bible has been the bestselling book, not only in America, but in every country where God’s word is allowed to have free run. Non-profit organizations such as the American Bible … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster Some of the most profound statements were made by John in the first few verses of his account of the life of Christ. First, there is an affirmation of the eternality of the Word. With words that … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster The angel said of John the Baptist, “For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord” (Luke 1:15a). Throughout the centuries figures in history have been given the title of “Great.” Greece had Alexander the … Continue reading →

by Tom Wacaster Roy “Wrong Way” Riegels played center on the 1928 University of California football team, The Golden Bears, which had 6-1-2 record at the close of the 1928 regular season. On January 1, 1929, the Golden Bears faced … Continue reading →