PASTOR’S COLUMN​ 135 “ I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: It is more blessed to give than to receive.” ​​​​​ Acts 20:35, NLT “The Rewards of Giving” Giving of resources or self affects people differently. The difference in how a person feels about what they share or release in life is owed to many underlying factors. People who see giving as the extending of something fo

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 13b “The Lord always keeps His promises; He is gracious in all He does. 14 The Lord helps the fallen and lifts those bent beneath their loads. 15 The eyes of all look to you in hope; you give them their food as they need it. 16 When you open your hand, you satisfy the hunger and thirst of every living thing. 17 The Lord is righteous in everything He does, He is filled with kindness. 18 The Lord is close to all who call on Him, yes, to all who call on

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring/Summer Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 30 18 Aug. 2026 Acts 9:1-19 NLT: The conversion of Saul to a new life in Jesus Christ remains the turning point of the Christian movement to a faith which can be embraced by all people. The risen Lord, Jesus Christ took the wo

PASTOR’S COLUMN 9 “Then he shouted to Saul, “Why do you listen to people who say I am trying to harm you? 10 This very day you can see with your own eyes it isn’t true. Foe the Lord placed you at my mercy back there in the cave. Some of my men told me to kill you. For I said, “I will never harm the king – he is the Lord’s anointed one. 11 Look, my father, at what I have in my hand. It is a piece of the hem of your robe! I cut it off, but I didn’t kill you. This proves t

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WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring/Summer Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 29 11 Aug. 2026 Acts 8:26-39 NLT: The work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the faithful is never incomplete or compromised. When we obey God, we will always be assured of the Holy Spirit’s guidance and presence. In learni

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 17 “But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to David’s rescue and killed the Philistine. Then David’s men declared, “You are not going out to battle with us again! Why risk snuffing out the light of Israel?” 2 Samuel 21:17, NLT “Keeping Each Other!” The rescue of and sustaining respect for King David by his young

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 14 “Then the angel of the Lord turned to him and said, “Go with the strength you have, and rescue Israel from the Midianites. I am sending you.” 15 “But Lord,” Gideon replied, “how can I rescue Israel. My clan is the weakest in the whole tribe of Manasseh, and I am the least in my entire family!” 16 The Lord said to him, “I will be with you. And you will destroy the Midianites as if you were fighting against one man.” Judges 6:14-16, NLT “The Weakest Link

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 2 “But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. 3 For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.” 23 Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. 24 You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. 25 Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you, 26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psa

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 21 “While you did all this, I remained silent, and you thought I didn’t care. But now I will rebuke you, listing all my charges against you. 22 Repent, all of you who forget me, or I will tear you apart, and no one will help you. 23 But giving thanks is a sacrifice that truly honors me. If you keep my path, I will reveal to you the salvation of God.” Psalm 50:21-23 NLT “Accountability Still Works!” In a chaotic world th

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PASTOR’S COLUMN 5 “For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and His faithfulness continues to each generation.” Psalm 100:5 NLT “Yes, Good After All!” In some cultures, the image of some deities can be portrayed in grotesque ways with evil expressions. Even in the exterior design of some ancient cathedrals gargoyles are prominently placed in corners of the building. Presumably these frightening figures were believed to chase off evil spirits or demonic