By Chris Higgins I love Ephesians 3:17-19: “And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled […]
The Lesson and Life for May 24, 2015
By Chris Higgins Over the years I have spent a lot of time studying the role of tongues or language in an effort to determine what exactly is meant when the gift of tongues is mentioned in Acts 2, as well as the writings of Paul. I have had discussions with several folks who believe […]
The Lesson and Life for May 17, 2015
By Chris Higgins I love the plaque that adorned the Oval Office when Ronald Reagan was president: “It’s amazing how much can get done when it doesn’t matter who gets the credit.” As the body of Christ, the church is made up of many different members all working toward the same goal. Being in the […]
The Lesson and Life for May 10, 2015
By Chris Higgins December 10, 2006, brought a rare moment in NFL history. LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers rushed for his 29th touchdown, setting the single season touchdown record. But what made his accomplishment so rare is what he did as the crowd of 67,000 cheered him on. He didn’t celebrate by himself, […]
The Lesson and Life — for May 25, 2014
By Chris Higgins A few years ago I was approached by an elderly lady in a mall parking lot as I was walking to my vehicle. She asked if I could spare a couple dollars to help her out. I listened to her story, but I declined as politely as I could. I reasoned […]