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Be Merciful
Guilt: a feeling of responsibility or remorse for an offense whether real or imagined. Shame: a feeling from one’s consciousness of...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 27, 20212 min read


The Greatest Virtue
What is the greatest virtue? I Corinthians 13 says it’s LOVE! Most of us would agree. However, in our minds we often feel like some...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 24, 20212 min read


Should You Abandon Ship
Have you heard the story of Earnest Shackleton? He left England in August 1914 on the ship Endurance. He and his crew had planned to...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20212 min read


Gifts In A Bottle
In the early 2000s I visited the Alabama Gulf Coast for the first time. Some of my friends from North Alabama told me to bring back...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 17, 20213 min read


Depression Hurts
Depression. It hurts, doesn't it? The root of it may be loneliness. God understands the power of loneliness. In the Garden of Eden you...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 13, 20211 min read


The Origin of Mother's Day
This week we celebrate our mothers. Today is affectionately known as Mother's Day. Have you ever wondered why we honor and celebrate...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 9, 20213 min read


Love is the Cure
The church at Ephesus was full of “faithful” brethren. Paul founded it. John was one of their shepherds. Timothy was their preacher. The...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 6, 20212 min read


Honor Your Father & Mother
I recently had a debate with someone about a false narrative. People say, “Respect is given where respect is earned.” Wrong. Respect is...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 4, 20211 min read


A Balanced Approach to Ministry
Ira North wrote a book several years ago on "Balance" in ministry. It is one of my favorite books in my library. I have worked in...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 3, 20212 min read


Salvation Brings Security
The thought of salvation offers hope to the believer. It also causes the non-believer to search for confidence and assurance in their...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 30, 20213 min read


GOD USES THE SENSES TO TEACH
When we were little children, we were taught about our five senses: sight, touch, hearing, smell, and taste. Did you know the Bible...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 29, 20213 min read


Find A Way to Rejoice
Life is tough. The roads are rough. There are mountains, deserts and valleys. We get knocked down. We don’t want to get up. Then when we...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 22, 20212 min read


Salvation Brings Joy
Last week we noted that the thought of salvation offers hope to the believer. It also causes the non-believer to search for confidence...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 19, 20213 min read


A Blueprint For Change
When I was in graduate school I had the opportunity to sit at the feet of some spiritual giants. I took courses on church growth with Dr....

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 16, 20212 min read


The Freedom of Forgiveness
It hurts. When someone treats us unfairly or wrongly.... it REALLY hurts. We weep. We mourn. We experience anger, frustration, and deep...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 15, 20211 min read


Salvation Brings Hope
We had an amazing time at Lads to Leaders!! There were eleven of us that attended the convention in Orlando last week. It was wonderful!...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 12, 20213 min read


Right Side Up or Upside Down?
One of the most interesting phrases in the Bible, to me, is when the disciples were accused of turning the world upside (Acts 17:5-7)....

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 8, 20214 min read


The Resurrection of Jesus
What do you think about the resurrection of Jesus Christ? When it comes to the resurrection, people love to throw out strange theories....

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 5, 20212 min read


AN EXPLANATION OF EASTER
Over the years as a preacher, I have been asked questions about various holidays like Christmas and Easter. I think most people in the...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Apr 3, 20213 min read


When God Takes Control
What gets you motivated? What fires you up? Is God first on your priority list? Do you get frustrated easily with smoke screens and...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Mar 29, 20213 min read
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