“God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son” (Hebrews 1:1–2, KJV 1900) Imagine for a second a young architect. He has a vision for a magnificent building that He will design and build.Continue reading “Revelation of Truth (Hebrews 1:1-2a)”
Author Archives: Steve Hankins, Th.D.
Changing Lenses on Hebrews
As a college freshman, I got interested with photography. These were the old days before digital cameras. I purchased a single lens reflex camera and a variety of lenses and filters for different types of shots. For instance, a polarized filter would cut glare and enhance colors. It was especially good for landscapes and waterContinue reading “Changing Lenses on Hebrews”
Purpose, Mission and Vision
I’ll be starting the devotions on Hebrews tomorrow, but wanted to add this about the church and vision. The other day I was with a few Christians interested in the local church. Somehow, we got into the topic of vision and a vision or mission statement. This discussion prompted me to give my views onContinue reading “Purpose, Mission and Vision”
To God be the Glory (Romans 16:27)
“To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen.” (Romans 16:27, KJV 1900) One of my most favorite hymns is “To God be the Glory.” This hymn takes me back to the first church that I ever joined. In 1983, the Lord gloriously saved me while reading a Gideon placed Bible inContinue reading “To God be the Glory (Romans 16:27)”
How Blessed We Are (Romans 16:25-26)
“according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith:” (Romans 16:25–26, KJV 1900) Have you ever watched on TVContinue reading “How Blessed We Are (Romans 16:25-26)”
Omnipotent God (Romans 16:25)
“Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ” (Romans 16:25, KJV 1900) Paul concludes the letter to the Romans with a doxology. The word doxology comes from two words in the Greek. The first is the noun, doxa, which means praise or gloryContinue reading “Omnipotent God (Romans 16:25)”
No Man is an Island (Romans 16:21-23)
“Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you. I Tertius, who wrote this epistle, salute you in the Lord.” (Romans 16:21–22, KJV 1900) The expression, “No man is an island,” comes from a poem by John Donne. Donne was a Christian and this expression communicates the idea that people needContinue reading “No Man is an Island (Romans 16:21-23)”
End of Hostility (Romans 16:20)
I watched a documentary the other day about the end of World War II and the rejoicing that went on after it. Our country went from the havoc of war to a state of national tranquility. It may be difficult for many of us to relate to that time, having not lived in it. ButContinue reading “End of Hostility (Romans 16:20)”
Get Smart and Be Wise (Romans 16:19)
“For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.” (Romans 16:19, KJV 1900) You may have heard the expression “Be as smart as you can, but remember that it is always betterContinue reading “Get Smart and Be Wise (Romans 16:19)”
Smooth Talkers (Romans 16:17-18)
“Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.” (Romans 16:17–18, KJV 1900)Continue reading “Smooth Talkers (Romans 16:17-18)”
Renewing the Heart 