1 Corinthians 12:1-6What kinds of churches emphasize the importance of the gifts of the Holy Spirit? Many people may tend to immediately think of Pentecostals and charismatics – but actually, it is vitally important for every believer, church, and denomination to understand how to discover, develop

1 Peter 4:7-11John F. Kennedy famously said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.” Well, as you develop a heart of servanthood and stewardship for Jesus Christ, you learn to ask not what the church can do for you, but what you can do for the church – and t

Revelation 20:11-15Revelation chapter 20 speaks of the Book of Life and cautions us that anyone's name not written in it will be cast into the lake of fire. Join Dr. Harry Reeder on InPerspective as he confront us with this vitally important question – Is YOUR name written in heaven, in God's Book o

1 Peter 4:7-11If you think you are a Christian who is not particularly gifted in any way – think again. Every Christian has received a spiritual gift by God’s grace, every Christian is responsible to discover, develop and deploy their spiritual gift, and every Christian is called to be a good stewar

1 Corinthians 4:1-5Most Christians probably associate the word “stewardship” strictly with finances and giving – but faithful biblical stewardship encompasses so much more. Faithful servants and stewards of Jesus Christ strive to manage, mobilize and multiply their resources, responsibilities and re

1 Corinthians 4:1-5The Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthians, “This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.” Every Christian has a two-fold calling to be a servant and a steward – and this extends to how faithfully we Discover, Develop and Deploy Our

Galatians 5:22-26A pilot is headed for disaster if he cannot control his aircraft – and we are headed for disaster in our spiritual lives if we do not learn to exercise self-control over our fleshly desires and sinful inclinations.

Galatians 5:22-26Jesus said, “Come unto me, all ye who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." We can cultivate a spirit of gentleness in all our relationships when we c

Acts 1 & Matthew 24Christians today want to know about the end times – and the disciples of Jesus were no different. Join Dr. Harry Reeder on InPerspective as he examines how Jesus answered their questions about the end times – and answers ours as well.

Galatians 5:22-26“Gentle Jesus, Meek and Mild,” was one of the many hymns written by Charles Wesley. But today, these words could be used of someone who is soft and non-confrontational – and this certainly does not describe Jesus. Gentleness or meekness is a Spirit-led control over one's emotions th

Galatians 5:22-26You can visit Yellowstone National Park and see Old Faithful shoot a tower of water into the air like clockwork, but this would probably not be a life-transforming experience. However, your life WILL be radically transformed as you experience God's faithfulness every day, as He prod

Galatians 5:22-26The motto of the US Marine Corps is "Semper Fi" (FIE), a shortened form of the Latin phrase "Semper Fidelis," which means "Always Faithful." This is a quality of character that the Marines strive to fulfill – and is also a spiritual fruit that God's people must increasingly manifest

Galatians 5:22-26Psalm 23 declares, "Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." God's abundant goodness flows to us through our Lord Jesus Christ, and the more we realize and appreciate His goodness to us, the more we will ma

Galatians 5:22-26Mark Twain once said, “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” Well, when we manifest the spiritual fruit of goodness, we will consistently seek to do the right thing in our lives – and the Word of God teaches us exactly what the right thing is.

People frequently say, “What is this world coming to?” Join Dr. Harry Reeder on InPerspective as he reveals to us what this world is coming to, by examining what God's Word teaches about the Final State of the New Heavens and the New Earth.

Galatians 5:16-26We sometimes speak of the "milk of human kindness" – but it seems to have spoiled and turned sour in an increasingly cruel and unkind world. Sadly, the milk of Christian kindness can taste curdled and sour to many unbelievers, when the church fails to manifest the spiritual fruit of

Galatians 5:16-26In Titus chapter 3, the Apostle Paul writes, "When the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us … " The appearing of the Lord Jesus Christ brought God's kindness into the world – and His redemptive kindness transforms us into His change agents who then sp

Galatians 5:16-26Have you ever found yourself praying, "Oh Lord, please give me patience … and give it to me NOW?" You may associate patience with everyday inconveniences like waiting in line or sitting in traffic. But a closer look at God's Word shows us that see that patience is better defined as

1 Corinthians 11:17-34Any meal will be enhanced by the addition of fresh fruit, as an appetizer or dessert. Well, the Lord has given His people the Lord's Supper as a covenant meal of fellowship that we are to participate in together on a regular basis – and nothing enhances this special meal more t

Galatians 5:22-26Do you experience peace in your life? Many people might answer this question on the basis of whether or not they are facing trials or difficulties at that particular time. But as Jay Oswald Sanders said, “Peace is not the absence of trouble – it is the presence of God.” Genuine peac

Luke 16You may remember the popular bumper sticker that said, “He who dies with the most toys wins.” Join Dr. Harry Reeder on InPerspective as he examines Jesus' story about a selfish rich man who lived by this motto – with eternally disastrous consequences.

Galatians 5:22-26Saint Augustine wrote, "O Lord, Thou hast made us for thyself, and our souls are restless until they find their rest in thee." But sin has alienated us from God, driven a wedge of enmity between sinful mankind and a holy God, and plunged the human race into turmoil and despair. What

Galatians 5:22-26Jesus told His disciples, "I have spoken these things to you, so that My joy may be in you, and your joy may be complete." Joy is an element of the fruit of the Holy Spirit – but authentic biblical joy seems to elude countless Christians. Are you making the choice to pursue and expe

Galatians 5:22-26You probably know the hymn set to the tune of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee." But sadly, many Christians do not experience joy in their relationship with the Lord. They may see God as stern and severe, and as a result, joy is a neglected choice in many b