Articles by: J. Loren Russell

Matters of Faith: Is Anybody Listening?

Matters of Faith: Is Anybody Listening?

By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv Genesis 6:9 NKJV‬‬‬‬ “But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.“ While contemplating what I would write this week and how to encourage readers to believe and to stay the course, […]

by · January 6, 2019 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations: Purpose-minded Resolutions

Scriptural Inspirations: Purpose-minded Resolutions

New Year Resolution with Purpose If you have been thinking about what you will resolve to do in 2019, let me suggest the following verse for your consideration. Happy & Blessed New Year! Philippians‬ ‭4:8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ “Finally, brethren, whatever things […]

by · January 3, 2019 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations

Scriptural Inspirations

The Greatest Gift Has Been Given! John‬ ‭1:6-14‬ ‭NET‬‬ “A man came, sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify about the light, so that everyone might believe through him. He himself was not […]

by · December 30, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Matters of Faith: What’s New

Matters of Faith: What’s New

By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv Revelation 21:1-6 NKJV‬‬‬‬ “Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Also there was no more sea. 2 Then I, […]

by · December 30, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
What’s in a Name?

What’s in a Name?

By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬ ‭KJV‬‬ “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The […]

by · December 23, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion

Scriptural Inspirations

The fulfilled prophesy is the real reason for the season. God Bless +++ Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬ ‭KJV‬‬ “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name […]

by · December 21, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion

Matters of Faith: The Least Among Us

Matthew 25:44-46 NKJV “Then they also will answer Him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?’ Then He will answer them, […]

by · December 16, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations

Scriptural Inspirations

What will you do for the least among us? It could have eternal ramifications. Matthew 25:44-46 NKJV “Then they also will answer Him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick […]

by · December 12, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Matters of Faith: “And the Lord will Reward You”

Matters of Faith: “And the Lord will Reward You”

By Reverend J. Loren Russell 1 Kings 17:13-16 “But Elijah said to her, “Don’t be afraid! Go ahead and do just what you’ve said, but make a little bread for me first. Then use what’s left to prepare a meal […]

by · December 9, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations

Scriptural Inspirations

In this season of giving, I just want to remind you to take care of the people that the Lord has sent to care for your spiritual well-being. Be Blessed +++ 1 Kings‬ ‭17:13-16‬ ‭NLT‬‬ “But Elijah said to her, […]

by · December 6, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Matters of Faith: The Five Candles of Advent

Matters of Faith: The Five Candles of Advent

By Rev. J. Loren Russell “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of […]

by · December 2, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations

Scriptural Inspirations

You Can Know Them by Their Deeds By Rev. J. Loren Russell During this holiday season, there will be many requests for your time, your talents, and most significantly, your treasures. In the “Sermon on the Mount,” Jesus says we […]

by · November 28, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Matters of Faith: Accept No Substitutes

Matters of Faith: Accept No Substitutes

By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. ‭‭Amos 5:24‬ ‭NKJV‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ “But let justice run down like water, and righteousness like a mighty stream.” When Amos penned these words, it was a time of great prosperity of for Israel and Judah. […]

by · November 25, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion
Scriptural Inspirations

Scriptural Inspirations

On this Thanksgiving eve, here are a few scriptures of thanksgiving that I hope will encourage your heart. Psalms‬ ‭97:12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬“Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous, And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name.” I Chronicles‬ ‭16:34‬ ‭NKJV‭‭“Oh, […]

Matters of Faith: Forever Thankful

Matters of Faith: Forever Thankful

By Reverend J. Loren Russell, BA, MDiv. ‭‭I Chronicles‬ ‭16:7-9‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ “On that day David first delivered this psalm into the hand of Asaph and his brethren, to thank the LORD: Oh, give thanks to the LORD! Call upon His […]

by · November 18, 2018 · Matters of Faith, Religion