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- [Faith or Fear?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faith-or-fear/) - Matthew 8:23-27 (26) And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California was dubbed “the bridge that could not be constructed.” This was due to the
- [Anxious No More](https://cogh.net/devotionals/anxious-no-more/) - Psalm 3:1-8 (3) Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. Fear is a basic emotion. It can be bad or good. It’s fundamental responsibility is to warn of danger for our own protection and preservation. Often fear will even motivate us to protect someone else. A
- [Still Ticking](https://cogh.net/devotionals/still-ticking/) - 2 Kings 6:8-16 (16) And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them. Timex Group, one of the largest watchmakers in the world was founded in 1854. Facing competition in the early days they determined to make a dollar watch. In time, technology continued to change
- [A Place to Lean](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-place-to-lean/) - Joshua 1:1-5 (2) Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this people, unto the land which I do give to them, even to the children of Israel. Today people seek inner peace through a variety of means: self-actualization, positive thinking exercises, transcendental meditation, the practice of non-attachment, finding
- [The Calming Presence](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-calming-presence/) - Exodus 29:43-46 (46) And they shall know that I am the Lord their God, that brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, that I may dwell among them: I am the Lord their God. Following the death of George Floyd in Portland, Oregon in 2020 when police officer, Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd’s
- [All We Need to Know](https://cogh.net/devotionals/all-we-need-to-know/) - Genesis 46:1-7 (3) And he said, I am God, the God of thy father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of thee a great nation: ScienceDaily reported the first comprehensive nationwide study of American fears conducted by Chapman University which included 1,000 participants from all walks of life. Their survey
- [What Do You Think?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/what-do-you-think/) - Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Ernest Holmes the founder of the Church of Religious Science teaches
- [Who is in Charge?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/who-is-in-charge/) - Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. As of January 2022 the busiest airport in the world was Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Over 1,000 flight services operate out of the airport. It has two terminals, seven
- ["What If"](https://cogh.net/devotionals/what-if/) - John 14:4 And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. “What if” thoughts ruin the peace that many people would otherwise enjoy. The Bureau of Standards in Washington, D.C. stated that a dense fog that covers a city block 100 ft. deep is composed of about one 16 oz. glass of water divided
- [Be Not Dismayed](https://cogh.net/devotionals/be-not-dismayed/) - Luke 12:27 Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. Every time I hear the song “God Will Take Care of You,” I have a vivid memory from my early childhood. I was
- [The Waymaker](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-waymaker/) - Mark 2:4 And when they could not come nigh unto him for the press, they uncovered the roof where he was: and when they had broken it up, they let down the bed wherein the sick of the palsy lay. A labyrinth of cardboard boxes zigged and zagged through the fellowship hall of the church. There
- [Guardrails](https://cogh.net/devotionals/guardrails/) - Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Last year during our vacation our family went into the mountains northeast of Los Angeles to Lake Arrowhead. The lake is only at an elevation of 5177 feet but along the highway leading to the lake there are many
- [Encouraging Yourself](https://cogh.net/devotionals/encouraging-yourself/) - 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. The young pastor had only been at his first church for a couple of
- [The Lamp of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-lamp-of-god/) - Revelation 21:23 And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof. Did you know that the sun is good for you? That’s right. Scientifically it offers a lot of benefits for our
- [The Half has not be Told](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-half-has-not-be-told/) - Revelation 21:2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. After travelling throughout Asia for 24 years, Marco Polo the merchant, explorer and writer returned to his home in Venice. His close friends who heard him describe the things
- [The Undefeated Victor](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-undefeated-victor/) - Revelation 7:10 And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb. It was a humid August day in 1936. Hundreds of thousands of spectators, police, and soldiers gathered for the colossal event. Six continents and 49 countries were represented. Flags from many nations were
- [God\'s Cheering Section](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-cheering-section/) - Revelation 4:8 And the four beasts had each of them six wings about him; and they were full of eyes within: and they rest not day and night, saying, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come. Dorothy, the scarecrow, the lion, and the tin man were traveling to the Emerald city
- [God\'s Cheering Section](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-cheering-section-2/) - Revelation 4:8 And the four beasts had each of them six wings about him; and they were full of eyes within: and they rest not day and night, saying, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come. Dorothy, the scarecrow, the lion, and the tin man were traveling to the Emerald city
- [God's Guidance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-guidance/) - Jeremiah 31:9 They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. Have you thought about the fact that you are
- [God's Blessings](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-blessings/) - Isaiah 56:5 Even unto them will I give in mine house and within my walls a place and a name better than of sons and of daughters: I will give them an everlasting name, that shall not be cut off. Walt Disney was the creative genius of the Disney enterprise, but his brother Roy Disney guided
- [God's Promises](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-promises/) - Isaiah 2:2 And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the Lord's house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. God’s promises are always specific but they are often universal as well. And example
- [Good Cheer - No Fear](https://cogh.net/devotionals/good-cheer-no-fear/) - Matthew 8:23-27 (26) And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California was dubbed “the bridge that could not be constructed.” This was due to the
- [Choosing Neighbors](https://cogh.net/devotionals/choosing-neighbors/) - Revelation 21:6-8 (8) Realtors will tell you that when you are looking to buy a house you should first consider buying the neighborhood. What does this mean? You should consider neighborhood safety, where the closest grocery, pharmacy and department stores is located, what school district the house is located in, whether there are nearby parks
- [Is this hell?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/is-this-hell/) - Matthew 25:41-46 (41) Hell, to my neighbor is something you will only experience here on earth. Is he correct? Is hell just a descriptive word for a tragedy in life? A doctor was asked about a terrible incident in Africa. He told of a man who had worked around vats of sulfuric acid. One day
- [Don\'t Dally](https://cogh.net/devotionals/dont-dally/) - Matthew 13:47-52 (49) Grandpa and his 4-year-old grandson were on their way to the Krispy Kream Donuts shop. The little boy was excited about the trip and especially about the purpose of the trip. But grandpa wanted to take advantage of the time with his pride and joy by getting him to think about spiritual
- [Don\'t Dally](https://cogh.net/devotionals/dont-dally-2/) - Matthew 13:47-52 (49) Grandpa and his 4-year-old grandson were on their way to the Krispy Kream Donuts shop. The little boy was excited about the trip and especially about the purpose of the trip. But grandpa wanted to take advantage of the time with his pride and joy by getting him to think about spiritual
- [The Common Call](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-common-call/) - Acts 22:9?11 (10) While a pitcher for the San Francisco Giants, Dave Drevecky, along with Scott Garrelts, Atlee Hammaker, Jeff Brantley became known as the God Squad because of their strong Christian faith. In 1988 a cancerous tumor was found in Drevecky’s pitching arm. Three years later his left arm and shoulder were amputated. After
- [Knowing and Doing](https://cogh.net/devotionals/knowing-and-doing/) - 1 Samuel 3:15?18 (17) A young boy Samuel is faced with a dilemma. He just had a weird dream – repeatedly, it was a message from God. Then the boy was confronted by his guardian who he didn’t know whether to fear or respect. His intimidating guardian upon hearing the dream told him to do
- [The Neglected Violin](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-neglected-violin/) - Luke 12:41?48 (46) The call to serve is the call to find your purpose in life for God’s glory and honor. All who have received this call to serve must learn a paradox of wisdom. Jesus showed us by example that the way up is down. He wrapped a towel around His waist and filled
- [Why Wait?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/why-wait/) - Habakkuk 2:1?3 (3) I don’t like to wait. I like to go, to do, to fix, to create, to accomplish, and to work. I don’t like stop signs, stop lights, grocery store checkout lines, or the doctor’s “waiting room.” The thought of retirement terrifies me. To retire seems to mean you have finally decided to
- [MBA Leadership](https://cogh.net/devotionals/mba-leadership/) - Charles Swindoll defines leadership with two words – “inspiring influence.” Effective leaders are people who inspire others to follow. John Maxwell said, “He who thinks he leads, but has no followers, is only taking a walk.” The world defines leadership as the art of motivating a group of people to act toward achieving a common
- [Trust](https://cogh.net/devotionals/trust/) - Genesis 12:1?3 (1) William “Speedy” Morris got his nickname because he was the slowest kid in his neighborhood. This didn’t diminish his love for sports – especially basketball. He started out coaching St. John the Baptist Catholic Schools CYO varsity team. Eventually he became the basketball coach for LaSalle University where he led the Explorers
- [The Main \"R\"](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-main-r/) - Hosea 6:1?3 (1) The comic clip shows young George Washington with an axe in his hands. He is standing next to what used to be a cherry tree. Now it is lying prone on the ground. George’s father is standing next to him and it is clear to see that the man is exasperated. The
- [The Light](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-light/) - Revelation 22:1-5 Visible light can be defined as the electromagnetic radiation within the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be perceived by the human eye. It has wavelengths in the range of 400-700 nanometers. It’s primary properties are intensity, propagation direction, frequency or wavelength spectrum, and polarization. It’s speed in a vacuum is 670,616,629.3844 miles
- [Reigning](https://cogh.net/devotionals/reigning/) - Revelation 20:1-6 (4) Normally when we think of reigning we visualize ourselves as being a ruler over others. On the other hand, in the Garden of Eden God made Adam and Eve the rulers over all on the Earth. They were the stewards of all living things for the well-being of the planet. (Gen 1:27-28)
- [In Awe](https://cogh.net/devotionals/in-awe/) - Revelation 4:1-3 (2) An elderly couple who had been careful to eat healthy food and exercise died in a car crash. When they reached the pearly gates, St. Peter showed them their beautiful mansion. When they recovered from their amazed shock, the old man asked Peter how much all this was going to cost. “It’s
- [Transformed](https://cogh.net/devotionals/transformed/) - Philippians 3:15-21 Thomas K Donaldson, proposed some of the earliest ideas for cell repair technologies, using new enzymes and solvents other than water for low temperature operation. He was also a cryonics advocate and founded both the Cryonics Association of Australia and the Institute for Neural Cryobiology. In 1988, Donaldson was diagnosed with grade II
- [Sure Hope](https://cogh.net/devotionals/sure-hope/) - Matthew 24:29-31 (31) Your life may read like a conflicting news account of the economic condition for the day. Your hairline is in recession, you waistline is in inflation, and altogether you are in depression. The pain and pressure in your life is not responding well to the political platitudes that are giving you questionable
- [God\'s Stars](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-stars/) - Daniel 12:1-3 (3) More than 2,690 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars are embedded in the sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood, California. They are monuments to the success of entertainers, musicians, actors, directors, and producers. There you can walk on metal stars dedicated to people like
- [Redeemed, how I love to proclaim it!](https://cogh.net/devotionals/redeemed-how-i-love-to-proclaim-it/) - Isaiah 25:6-9 Years ago Johnny Carson’s guest for the “Tonight” show was Los Angeles Dodger pitcher Orel Hershiser. Carson commented that he had seen Hershiser singing in the dugout between innings during the World Series game the previous year. He asked the famous pitcher what he had been singing. Hershiser who was a Christian, unashamed
- [Without Shame](https://cogh.net/devotionals/without-shame/) - Romans 1:14-17 (16) 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. Dwight L. Moody the great evangelist, was never an ordained minister. He was never a pastor. He was a
- [Through Eyes of Faith](https://cogh.net/devotionals/through-eyes-of-faith/) - Philippians 1:12-17 (12) 12 But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel; Eight year old Frank was excited about the fishing trip with his Dad on Saturday. Friday night they got their fishing gear all ready. Mom prepared a lunch
- [The Stabilizing Experience](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-stabilizing-experience/) - Romans 16:25-27 (25) 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, An ancient Chinese Text, “Huainanzi,” dated around 139 BC, makes reference to an instrument called a “wind-observing
- [Useful to the End](https://cogh.net/devotionals/useful-to-the-end/) - Acts 28:23-31 (23) 23 And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening. In his book, “The Body,” Chuck
- [A Titanic Hero](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-titanic-hero/) - Acts 28:17-22 (17) 17 And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called the chief of the Jews together: and when they were come together, he said unto them, Men and brethren, though I have committed nothing against the people, or customs of our fathers, yet was I delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the
- [Going Higher](https://cogh.net/devotionals/going-higher/) - Acts 28:11-16 (15) 15 And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage. Ragnar Arlander and some friends decided to climb Mt. Rainier. This beautiful snow caped stratovocanic mountain of 14,410 feet
- [Never Surprised](https://cogh.net/devotionals/never-surprised/) - Acts 28:1-10 (8) 8 And it came to pass, that the father of Publius lay sick of a fever and of a bloody flux: to whom Paul entered in, and prayed, and laid his hands on him, and healed him. In his book “Biblical Preaching,” Fred Craddock tells of a young pastor who visited an elderly
- [The Prize for Waiting.](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-prize-for-waiting/) - Galatians 6:6-10 (9) 9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. In June of 1955, Sir Winston Churchill, now old and physically infirm, had to be helped to the podium. He stood a long moment in silence before giving the commencement address at
- [The Judgment Seat of Christ.](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-judgment-seat-of-christ/) - 2 Corinthians 5:5-10 (10) 10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. Col. Robert G. Ingersoll, who was nicknamed “The Great Agnostic,” was giving a lecture on hell. He
- [Fulfill Your Ministry.](https://cogh.net/devotionals/fulfill-your-ministry/) - Colossians 4:16-18 (17) 17 And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfil it. A group of foreign dignitaries are visiting Israel. At the end of the tour, they are taken to see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. They look at the tomb and read
- [The Unjust Steward.](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-unjust-steward/) - Luke 16:1-10 (1) And he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a steward; and the same was accused unto him that he had wasted his goods. When we think of criminals, we are prone to visualize them in orange jumpsuits sitting in a 6 x 8 ft cell.
- [Punishment for Failure](https://cogh.net/devotionals/punishment-for-failure/) - Matthew 25:41-46 (45) 45 Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me. It was in the 1800’s when Charles Dickens faced a difficult situation. His father had mismanaged the finances of the household and
- [Working for the Lord.](https://cogh.net/devotionals/working-for-the-lord/) - Matthew 25:14-18 (14) 14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. America\'s Got Talent (AGT) is a televised American talent show competition which premiered in June 2006. It is part of the global Got Talent franchise created by
- [Working While We Wait](https://cogh.net/devotionals/working-while-we-wait/) - John 9:1-8 (4) 4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. A medical missionary served for many years in a region of India where there was progressive blindness. People were born with healthy vision, but there was something in that area
- [The Grace of Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-grace-of-uniy/) - Romans 15:1-6 (6) In her book, “Grapes of Wrath or Grace?” Barbara Brokhoff tells of a man tells who was on a bus tour in Rome. Their first stop was a basilica in a piazza which was surrounded by several lanes of relentless Roman traffic. After they were all safely dropped off, the group climbed
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- [Labels](https://cogh.net/devotionals/labels/) - Romans 14:13-16 (15) Unaware that mischievous men were entering the town\'s General Store the small town was fast asleep. They moved furtively through the store bent on their devious task. The price tags on the merchandise were switched one after another. A riding lawnmower was now priced at $13.95. A fur coat was priced at
- [Disciplined Freedom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/disciplined-freedom/) - 1 Corinthians 10:19-23 (23) Disciplined freedom. In the early stages of the Iraq War, the accepted method for Navy Seals to collect and cataloge evidence in the battlefield was to ransack a building, smash furniture, tear down curtains to uncover hidden weapons and so on. US Navy Seal officer Jocko Willink did not believe this
- [Kelley\'s Chapel and the Mid-South Camp](https://cogh.net/devotionals/kelleys-chapel-and-the-mid-south-camp/) - http://genealogytrails.com/tenn/tipton/church_history_kelleys_chapel_historical_survey.html
- [The Separated Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-separated-life/) - 2 Cor. 6:14?18 (17) Their daughter was eating her breakfast. Dad was reading the paper. Mom was making more waffles. The little girl stared into the depths of her glass of orange juice and said, “Daddy, Jesus is God, right?” “Yes, dear.” “And Daddy God lives in my heart, right?” “That’s correct, honey.” She was
- [The Cold Shoulder](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-cold-shoulder/) - 2 Thessalonians 3:3?6 (6) Are we to give some Christians the “cold shoulder” in order to show our disapproval of their actions? The context of this letter lists some contributing factors that led to the instruction in 2 Thessalonians 3:6 to withdraw from those causing discord. 1) Some were disorderly, 2) Some walk contrary
- [Called to Condemn?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/called-to-condemn/) - Romans 16:17?20 (17) I knew a man who said that his calling in life was to spot people in the church who were teaching false doctrine. What he was good at was spotting people in the church who disagreed with him. Too often his conflicts were over matters of semantics or concerns that had no
- [The Great Divider](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-great-divider/) - Luke 12:49?53 (51) Francis Bernardone was the son of a wealthy cloth merchant. His father had dreams of his son being a soldier. Proud of his son, he was sure that Francis would rise quickly in the military ranks. His problem, however, was that Francis kept going to church to pray, asking for God’s guidance.
- [My Hiding Place](https://cogh.net/devotionals/my-hiding-place/) - Psalm 119:113?120 (114) George walked into a photography studio with a framed picture his girlfriend Helen had given him. He was so pleased to have it he had decided to have it duplicated. In order to do this the employees of the studio had to remove it from the frame. In doing this, the studio
- [Stop Making Place for Sin](https://cogh.net/devotionals/stop-making-place-for-sin/) - 2 Chronicles 29:12?19 (17) My Tennessee neighbor was a rough man. He was not a Christian and yet he seemed to like to be around me. Occasionally he would come to church. His two small children were regulars in our Sunday School and often came to the parsonage to play with our boys. He was
- [Separation for Deliverance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/separation-for-deliverance/) - 2 Chronicles 29:1?11 (5) My wife and I sat in our new convert’s living room. We had been meeting weekly for some time for Bible study. She seemed to be hungry to learn from the Bible. She seemed to want to live for the Lord. The Bible studies seemed to be helping her learn what
- [We are on the same side](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-team/) - “ That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 15:6 Rick Warren the pastor of Saddleback Church in Orange County, California recently wrote in his blog, “Daily Hope” something that is 1) obvious, 2) probably 99% of Christians realize, but 3) probably 98%
- [The High Standard](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-high-standard/) - Hebrews 13:5 5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. In one Peanuts cartoon Lucy says to Charlie Brown, “I hate everything. I hate everybody. I hate the whole wide world!” Charlie says, “But I thought
- [Recognizing the Inner Reality](https://cogh.net/devotionals/recognizing-the-inner-reality/) - 1 Thessalonians 5: 13 13 And to esteem them very highly in love for their work\'s sake. And be at peace among yourselves. Søren Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher once told of some thieves who broke into a jewelry store. The strange thing about the incident was that they didn’t steal anything. The authorities and the story
- [One Mind](https://cogh.net/devotionals/one-mind/) - 1 Peter 3:8 8 Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: Francis Schaeffer the theologian and apologist hammered out his theology joined with observable Christian love. He said, “If we do not show beauty in the way we treat each other, then in the
- [The Sacrifice of Praise](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-sacrifice-of-praise/) - Psalm 116: 17 17 I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the name of the Lord. Grandma and Grandpa pulled into the driveway of their daughter’s home. Their grandson was shooting baskets with his best friend. The six-year-old boy turned, and recognizing the car, came running toward them. As they opened
- [Unity of Mind and Mouth](https://cogh.net/devotionals/unity-of-mind-and-mouth/) - Romans 15:6 6 That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Peanut’s Comic Strip often gives important life lessons. At times, it even gives good thought for theological consideration. One particular episode which every church body should consider seriously and practice religiously was when
- [Gray is Not a Primary Color](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gray-is-not-a-primary-color/) - Romans 14:15 15 But if thy brother be grieved with thy meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died. At times Christians refer to something being a matter of black and white. In other words there is clearly a difference between right and wrong. However, just as there
- [All Things are NOT Lawful](https://cogh.net/devotionals/all-things-are-not-lawful/) - 1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. Recently my wife was having a conversation with a angry lady who told that she was planning to slap another lady in the face. My wife said, “That is
- [What\'s in your can?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/whats-in-your-can-2/) - Proverbs 17:4,5 say, 4 A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue. 5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. The message puts it this way, 4 A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar
- [Character Matters](https://cogh.net/devotionals/character-matters/) - Job was a model man. God boasted of him to Satan saying that “there is none like him in the earth.” (Job 1:20-22; 2:1-10) What were his distinctives? What set him apart? A look at the Hebrew words might help us in knowing better what kind of behavior and demeanor impress God. Job was a
- [IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT](https://cogh.net/devotionals/important-announcement-3/) - The General Camp Committee (a 12 member committee) voted unanimously to cancel the 2020 General Camp. This decision was not made lightly, but with great regret. However in light of the covid-19 pandemic and the potential for spreading this horrific virus, especially to our seniors, we feel like it is the only decision we could
- [Facing Obstacles](https://cogh.net/devotionals/facing-obstacles/) - Proverbs 22:10-16 says, 10 Drive out a scoffer, and strife will go out, and quarreling and abuse will cease. 11 He who loves purity of heart, and whose speech is gracious, will have the king as his friend. 12 The eyes of the Lord keep watch over knowledge, but heoverthrows the words of the traitor. 13 The sluggard says, “There is a lion outside! I shall be killed in the streets!” 14 The mouth
- [IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT](https://cogh.net/devotionals/important-announcement-2/) - The General Camp Committee (a 12 member committee) voted unanimously to cancel the 2020 General Camp. This decision was not made lightly, but with great regret. However in light of the covid-19 pandemic and the potential for spreading this horrific virus, especially to our seniors, we feel like it is the only decision we could
- [Maintaining Moral Integrity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/maintaining-moral-integrity/) - Romans 1:32 Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them. In his book “Liberating Ministry from the Success Syndrome,” Kent Hughes asks some probing questions: “1. Are we being desensitized by the present evil world?
- [IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT](https://cogh.net/devotionals/important-announcement/) - The General Camp Committee (a 12 member committee) voted unanimously to cancel the 2020 General Camp. This decision was not made lightly, but with great regret. However in light of the covid-19 pandemic and the potential for spreading this horrific virus, especially to our seniors, we feel like it is the only decision we could
- [The Former and Latter Rains](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-former-and-latter-rains/) - Habakkuk 3:2 As I was preaching I heard a large clap of thunder. Then I heard what I thought was a downpour of rain hitting the roof of the church. No one else seemed to notice and so I immediately dismissed it as I continued to preach. After the service as people were leaving the
- [God\'s Eternal Choice](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-eternal-choice/) - 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 My parents and my grade school teachers had one desire in common. They wanted me to do well in school so that one day I could graduate. I came to understand that just because I had been allowed to become a part of Emerson Grade School I was not ready to graduate.
- [The Confirmation of the Word](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-confirmation-of-the-word/) - 1 John 5:1-7 The word “testify” is a court term meaning “to affirm as true.” This word carries with it the idea of having absolutely irrefutable evidence. A witness testifies about certain facts in a case. His opinion, speculation, or recitation of hearsay is not allowed. His testimony has to be about what he has
- [Terms of Assurance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/terms-of-assurance/) - 2 Corinthians 1:21, 22 21 Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God; 22 Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts. Verses 21, 22 use four key terms to describe the assurance that we have in Christ. 1. He “establishes” us. This
- [More Fire](https://cogh.net/devotionals/more-fire/) - Acts 10:44-47 (44) 44 While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word. Bernard Palissy the French Huguenot potter, hydraulics engineer and craftsman struggled for 16 years trying to find the secret for making fine china. He wanted it to be beautiful, translucent and indestructible. He was a poor
- [Guarding Your Song](https://cogh.net/devotionals/guarding-your-song/) - 2 Corinthians 6:17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. One day some boys caught two chirping finches. They enthusiastically determined that they needed to teach the two chirping finches to sing. They owned a pet canary that could
- [Soli Deo Gloria](https://cogh.net/devotionals/soli-deo-gloria/) - 1 Corinthians 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. German composer and musician, Johan Sebastian Bach, has been generally regarded as one of the greatest composers of all time. Although he composed secular songs, sacred music was at the center of Bach’s interest most of
- [Generational Punishment ? ? ?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/generational-punishment/) - How do we reconcile Deut 5:9 with Eze18? Deut 5 :9 says that the sins of the fathers will be visited upon the children to the third and fourth generation. Ezekiel 18 repeatedly says this is not so. So the question is this: does God visit the sins of the fathers on the children to
- [Seeking Spiritual Sanity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/seeking-spiritual-sanity/) - Romans 7:2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. When Tim and Jill acquired little Hammy they bought him a nice cage. Cedar shavings were placed in the bottom so he would have a comfortable aromatic place to sleep. He had
- [What\'s in Your Can?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/whats-in-your-can/) - What’s in your can? Proverbs 17:4,5 say, 4 A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue. 5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. KJV The Contemporary English Version says, 4 Troublemakers listen to troublemakers, and liars listen
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- [One Marshmallow or Two?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/one-marshmallow-or-two/) - Daniel 1:12 Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink. Psychologist, Walter Mischel, performed an experiment which seems very similar to that proposed by Daniel. Preschool children were told they could have one marshmallow immediately. However, if they would wait while Dr. Mischel ran
- [The Scars Remain](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-scars-remain/) - Proverbs 23:20 Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh: Arthur drank, smoked, gambled, and danced his way through the corridors of sin. During those years he met a young man by the name of Elvis Presley. Arthur and Elvis played and sang in the bars on Beal Street in Memphis, TN. But as Arthur
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- [The Tolerated Sin](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-tolerated-sin/) - Proverbs 23:2 And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite. Warning: You probably will not enjoy this devotional. In the United States of Excess the buffet is the favorite meeting place for people of all ages. The “Church of the Bulging Belly” encourages this sin as much as the
- [The Deliverance of Hezekiah](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-deliverance-of-hezekiah/) - Verse 20 Now therefore, O Lord our God, save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that thou art the Lord, even thou only. Our newspapers often report miracles from God that we fail to notice. One example took place during World War II. Walter Lord wrote in “The Miracle of Dunkirk”
- [Its All About Him](https://cogh.net/devotionals/its-all-about-him/) - I seldom read the comic strips, but I must admit that my favorite is probably Peanuts. The first Peanuts comic strip was on October 2, 1950. Charlie Brown, Shermy and Patty were the main characters. Two days later Snoopy made his debut. Violet Gray was introduced on Feb 7, 1951. Schroeder came into the relationship
- [The Deliverance of Paul and Silas](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-deliverance-of-paul-and-silas/) - Acts 16:25-34 (26) Verse 26 And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one\'s bands were loosed. Does God not deliver one of his people in order to save many more? Pastor Li would answer, “Yes.” In the
- [The Deliverance of Daniel](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-deliverance-of-daniel/) - Daniel 6:18-23 (22) Verse 22 My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions\' mouths, that they have not hurt me: forasmuch as before him innocency was found in me; and also before thee, O king, have I done no hurt. We marvel at stories of God shutting lions’ mouths, stopping the orbit of
- [The Deliverance of David](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-deliverance-of-david/) - 1 Samuel 17:33-37 (37) Verse 37 David said moreover, The Lord that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the Lord be with thee. God takes the side of the underdog in
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- [The Deliverance of Lot](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-deliverance-of-lot/) - Genesis 19:12-16 (16) Verse 16 - 16 And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the Lord being merciful unto him: and they brought him forth, and set him without the city. Lot probably was influenced by his family to
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- [Harmony Hill Ministries presents . . .](https://cogh.net/devotionals/harmony-hill-ministries-presents/) - QUEST A retreat for Adults (18 and up) March 2-4, 2-18 Speaker: Dr. Charles \"Chic\" Shaver, Author and Evangelist Registration: Friday, 7 pm Early Bird Registraiton (Online by Feb 11 - $35/person, $75/family) - childcare included Standard Registration ($50/ person - must register by Feb 11 for childcare) For More Information: www. harmonyhillyouthcamp.com
- [Sanctifying our Works](https://cogh.net/devotionals/sanctifying-our-works/) - People should not worry so much about what they do but rather about what they are. If they and their ways are good, then their deeds are radiant. If you are righteous, then what you do will also be righteous. We should not think that holiness is based on what we do but rather on what
- [What\'s Impossible?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/whats-impossible/) - Mark 9:20-24 Spain’s national motto in the early 1400’s was “Ne plus ultra.” This is the Latin phrase meaning, “No More Beyond.” The words were written on the edges of their maps. The concept was buttressed by Greek mythology. Evidently Hercules was believed to have constructed to pillars near the Straits of Gibraltar which marked
- [The Great Promise Keeper](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-great-promise-keeper/) - Genesis 18:9-15 You probably have received an email stating that Bill Gates is giving money to people who will forward the message you received to ten other people. Nearly everyone in the USA has also received mail from National Publishers Clearing House promising a winning chance at millions of dollars. Whenever a promise is made
- [Christian Hospitality](https://cogh.net/devotionals/christian-hospitality/) - Genesis 18:1-8 The Greek word is philoxenia is a compound of two Greek words –philos - “kind affection” or “love” and xenos - “stranger. ” Literally, philoxenia means “one who loves strangers.” In the first century they didn’t have Holiday Inns, Red Roof Inns, or even Motel 6. A night in an inn would be unpleasant for they were
- [A Mother of Nations](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-mother-of-nations/) - Genesis 17:15-19 Following Phoebe’s marriage to Walter Palmer in 1827, the couple became interested in the John Wesley’s writings. Of special interest was his teaching on the doctrine of Christian perfection. In 1837 Phoebe came to know the truth of the experience of entire sanctification personally. Her family soon followed, experiencing this second definite work
- [The Adorning](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-adorning/) - 1 Peter 3:1-6 Many miss the point Peter is trying to make in 1 Peter 3:1-6. He is saying, “vs. 3 “Whose adorning” . . . (vs. 4) “let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in
- [Inner Beauty](https://cogh.net/devotionals/inner-beauty/) - 1 Peter 3:1-6 What a beautiful outfit; adorned by trust in God. Whenever I consider godly lives I think of my mother. She was a very intelligent, cultured woman who loved God with all her heart, soul, mind, strength and her neighbor as herself. She loved to believe God and His Word. She didn’t
- [God Is Our Strength](https://cogh.net/devotionals/god-is-our-strength/) - Psalm 71:14-19 If God is our strength then this suggests we have no strength of our own. I got into a lot of fights in grade school. I don’t remember ever losing a fight. Neither do I remember ever starting a fight. On one occasion, however, I was waiting for someone to fight. I don’t
- [When to Keep Quiet](https://cogh.net/devotionals/when-to-keep-quiet/) - Learn to be quiet: When you are angry – Proverbs 14:7 “A quick-tempered person does foolish things, and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.” When you don’t have all the facts – Proverbs 18:13 “To answer before listening—that is folly and shame.” When you haven’t verified the story – Deuteronomy 17:6 6 On the testimony of
- [No Room for Sin Nobilis](https://cogh.net/devotionals/no-room-for-sin-nobilis/) - James 2:1-7 In the Roman Empire, the clothes and the jewelry you wore were very important. Slaves at one point came to understand this significance. Some of them saved money they received from their work and bought clothes so they would appear to be of the noble class. This took on a new look when
- [Giving a Bouquet](https://cogh.net/devotionals/giving-a-bouquet/) - Romans 12:17-21 The mischievous boy saw her coming. He shrank deeper into the shadows. A cruel grin broke his hardened face. She was his classmate. She seemed to think she was better than he . . . at least, the fact that she didn’t seem to recognize his existence told the same. Today the girl
- [Living on His Hill](https://cogh.net/devotionals/living-on-his-hill/) - Psalm 15:1-5 A former president of Moody Bible Institute, Joseph Stowell, was visiting with a consultant to some of the largest companies in the country. In the course of the conversation, Dr. Stowell asked the man about quality control. He thought he might gain some beneficial insight since ministry is a form of human quality
- [The Battlement for the Roof](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-battlement-for-the-roof/) - Deuteronomy 22:6-8 2:27 p.m., March 30, 1981. President Ronald Reagan, the 70-year-old president, had only been in office for a few months. After delivering a speech to leaders of the AFL-CIO he came out of the Washington Hilton. Waiting about 15 feet away was John Hinckley Jr., holding a .22-caliber revolver. The president waved to
- [Avoid the Risk of Displeasing God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/avoid-the-risk-of-displeasing-god/) - Deuteronomy 22:1-4 It is important to help people who are in need. I have helped many. And yet, government entitlements often bother me. That was the case this particular day. I was in Save-A-Lot grocery, standing in line to check out. I had five or six items in my arms. In front of me was
- [They Are Closer Than You Think](https://cogh.net/devotionals/they-are-closer-than-you-think/) - James 2:8-9 8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself, ye do well: Bruce, my neighbor, sat in his wheel chair. He had just come home from the rehab center. Due to an aggravated case of sugar diabetes his leg had been amputated at the knee.
- [Fasting that Pleases God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/fasting-that-pleases-god/) - Isaiah 58:6-11 An everlasting impression was pressed into my memory as a child. In the days of my childhood we had “hobos” who were at times seen in various parts of my hometown. It was rumored that if they got help from a resident, the common practice was to mark the property with an “X.”
- [We Are One](https://cogh.net/devotionals/we-are-one/) - Romans 12:1-5 Linus sat on the floor watching his favorite channel on TV. His concentration was interrupted when he heard Lucy’s demanding voice. “Change the channel!” Startled and somewhat upset he asked timorously, “What makes you think you can come in here and just take over?” Lucy, looking belligerently down at him curled her hand
- [The Tuning Fork](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-tuning-fork/) - 1 Peter 2:21-25 Piano tuning is an art in which minute adjustments are made to the tension of the strings of an acoustic piano in order to assure that the interval between their tones is “in tune.” This requires an assessment of the interaction of vibration between the notes. In order to accomplish this, piano
- [A Simple Equation](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-simple-equation/) - 1 Peter 2:16-18 In order to have complete control during the Third Reich, Adolph Hitler knew that he had to have the compliance of the religious sector. Therefore, he commanded all religious groups to unite. Only half of the Brethren assemblies complied. Those who did not were persecuted. Many of them died in concentration camps.
- [The Name on the Helmet](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-name-on-the-helmet/) - Ephesians 3:1-9 Herman Edwards, the 10th head coach in Kansas City Chiefs history, is known for a number of things. He is an American football analyst. He played on the Philadelphia Eagles, the Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons NFL teams from 1977-1986. He is also known for his “Hermisms.” One of these sound bite
- [Unity vs. Uniformity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/unity-vs-uniformity/) - John 17:20-23 A man was about to jump from the Golden Gate Bridge. Rushing to him, a Christian man tried to talk him out of his suicidal notion. “You know God loves you,” he said. Through tear brimmed eyes he responded, “You are a Christian?” The first man answered, “Yes.” “Are you Protestant or Catholic.”
- [There are more than just us?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/there-are-more-than-just-us/) - John 10:14-16 E pluribus unum is illustrative of something which should be an accepted understanding and practice of all Christians. This Latin phrase means “Out of many, one.” These words were adopted by an Act of Congress in 1782 as the traditional motto for our country. They also appear on the Great Seal. The motto, however,
- [The Good and Pleasant](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-good-and-pleasant/) - Psalm 133:1-3 A New York family bought a ranch out west hoping to raise cattle. Later a friend asked what they named their ranch. The new rancher answered, “I wanted it to be the Bar-J. My wife wanted it to be the Suzy-Q, one son wanted the Flying-W, and the other the Lazy-Y. We finally
- [The Spirit of Glory](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-glory-2/) - 1 Peter 4:12-16 We discover the strength we have in Christ in the midst of adversity. It is interesting to observe that most of the Psalms were written during times of difficulty. Many of the New Testament Epistles were written in prisons. The book of Revelation was written while John was in exile. Most of
- [The Spirit of Might](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-might-2/) - Col. 1:8-11 Tim Bowden in his book “One Crowded Hour” tells of an incident that took place in Borneo in 1964. Napalese soldiers preparing for combat were asked if they would be willing to jump from airplanes flying over Cambodia. They had never done this before and didn’t completely understand the implications of the request.
- [The Spirit of Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-christ-2/) - Romans 8:7-11 Two teens enthusiastically talk about their French classes. Both have several years in the language study and tell of the rigor of learning to speak the language fluently. Another is consumed with his love of music. He spends hours with his guitar perfecting his method with dreams of entertaining grandeur. A third is
- [Minister\'s Conference 2016](https://cogh.net/devotionals/ministers-conference-2016/) - Ministers’ Conference as we know it today had it’s beginnings many years ago as the“preachers\' prayer retreat” which was held at different locations such as Mt. Zion Bible School and Kansas City College and Bible School. In more recent years, under the direction of Home Missions, it became apparent there was a need for a
- [Spirit of Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/spirit-of-life-2/) - Romans 8:1-6 As I moved from door to door in my neighborhood visitation I heard the vicious barking of what sounded like a huge dog getting closer. Finally, I arrived at the residence which was surrounded by a strong fence with numerous “Beware of the Dog” signs. They were posted for a good reason. It
- [The Spirit, Our Teacher](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-our-teacher-2/) - John 14:26-31 The birth of a baby giraffe holds some fascinating lessons for us. The mother goes to a spot where there are no bushes, just flat dirt. As the baby is born it falls ten or twelve feet. When the baby hits the ground, it rolls over and just lies there with legs all
- [The Spirit of the Father](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-the-father-2/) - Matthew 10:16-20 Lois Wyse gave six ways a woman preparing for marriage could learn all she needed to know about her fiancé. She should 1) watch him drive in heavy traffic. 2) Play tennis with him. 3) Listen to him talk to his mother when he doesn\'t know you\'re listening. 4) See how he treats
- [The Spirit of Grace](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-grace-2/) - Zech. 12:6-10 It was nearing midnight. The semi-truck loaded with bales of had headed west on 1-70. The driver was not aware that he had lost some of his cargo. Now bales of hay were strewn across the way. A few miles behind a Christian family sped through the night. The children in the car
- [Continue in God’s Word](https://cogh.net/devotionals/continue-in-gods-word/) - John 8:31-36 (31) Winston Churchill was a man who refused to surrender. On May 13, 1940, facing overwhelming odds as Hitler planned the destruction of England, Churchill addressed the House of Commons with this challenge: “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.” Just three weeks later he addressed the nation with
- [Compassion for Others](https://cogh.net/devotionals/compassion-for-others/) - Galatians 5:13-15 (14) The news reports flooded into the United States. Pat Tillman the safety for the Arizona Cardinals who turned down a 3.6 million dollar contract in order to join the army following 9/11 made us proud to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave. According to initial
- [Christian Giving](https://cogh.net/devotionals/christian-giving/) - 1 Cor. 16:1-5 (2) R. G. LeTourneau, the Christian inventor, businessman and entrepreneur made his mark in the world in an unusual way. His account chronicles a sixth grade dropout who went on to found a University. In 1915, broke and discouraged after numerous failed attempts in life he went to his pastor, Rev. Devol
- [2016 Convention Roll Certificate](https://cogh.net/miscellaneous/6807-2/) - Right click on the link below. The 2016 General Convention Certificate pdf will load. Fill out the pdf form and then 1) print it on your printer or 2) save it to your computer to be attached to an email message to the Convention Roll Committee. ConventionCertificate2016
- [Promptings to Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/promptings-to-unity/) - Ephesians 4:11-13 A pilot needs two instruments whether the airplane is large or small. He needs a compass and an artificial horizon. The compass tells which way is north. The artificial horizon, also known as the attitude indicator, is an instrument that the pilot uses to discern the orientation of the airplane in relation to
- [The Great Example](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-great-example/) - John 13:1-17 (5) Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 – November 14, 1915) took advantage of the possibilities post-civil war freedom offered. He wrote five books, was an educator, orator and advisor to several US presidents. He urged oppressed, discriminated, and disfranchised former slaves to avoid confrontation. He argued instead, that the black people put
- [Picture of Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/picture-of-unity/) - 1 Cor. 12:12-17 Honeybees live in big groups called colonies which can have more than 50,000 bees. As you might imagine, bees have to do many jobs to keep everything running smoothly. One very important job is collecting the nectar from which they make honey. Some bees have the special job of flying outside the
- [Love in Action](https://cogh.net/devotionals/love-in-action/) - John 12:1-9 (3) During Oliver Cromwell’s reign as Lord Protector of England, a young soldier was to be executed. His fiancé came to plead his case. Her efforts to spare the life this young man seemed to be futile. Oliver Cromwell turned a deaf ear to her requests and the execution plans continued as planned.
- [Unity of the Spirit](https://cogh.net/devotionals/unity-of-the-spirit/) - Romans 12:3-5 During World War II, Adolf Hitler commanded all religious groups to unite. He desired this unification not to benefit the church but rather that he might have complete control over the religious. Among the Brethren assemblies, half complied and half refused. Those complied with the order received much better treatment. Those who did
- [A Practical Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-practical-love/) - Mark 1:40-45 (41) Was it a word of dubious doubt? Was it a word of hesitant hope? Was it a word of pliant permission? “If thou wilt, thou canst . . .” Can the sun rise in the east each morning? Can a tornado devastate a sleeping town? Can a shark bite off a swimmer’s
- [Results of Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/results-of-unity/) - Acts 2:41-47 Unity and compromise are different concepts. An example of this was exercised by a New York family. They bought a western ranch where they hoped to raise cattle. Eventually friends planned to visit. They asked if the ranch had a name. “Well,” answered the aspiring cattleman, “I wanted to name it the Bar-J.
- [God’s Requirements](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-requirements/) - Deuteronomy 10:12-15 (12) Alma grew up in our church. Her grandfather was one of the founders. The church bore his last name. She seldom missed a service. Tragically, in spite of her exposure to the gospel she had never been saved. I prayed for her often. I visited her regularly. Numerous times I explained the
- [Example of Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/example-of-unity/) - Acts 1:14-22 Much can be learned from the practices of geese while in flight. For example, As each goose flaps its wings it creates an \"lift\" for the birds that follow. By flying in a \"V\" formation, the whole flock adds 71% greater flying range than if each bird flew alone. When the lead goose
- [Prayer for Unity](https://cogh.net/devotionals/prayer-for-unity/) - John 17:20-23 Lucy and Linus were watching television. Lucy didn’t like Linus’ choice of program and so she demanded that he change the channel. They argued about it for awhile and Lucy finally threatened him with her fist if he did not change to the channel she desired. At this Linus responded, “What makes you
- [Would you like a valuable resource for your Sunday School or Bible Study class?](https://cogh.net/news/would-you-like-a-valuable-resource-for-your-sunday-school-or-bible-study-class/) - Prepared Lesson Materials for S. S. and Bible Study Teachers No preparation required! There are 3 main questions you ask yourself when preparing a Lesson for your class: 1. Does this lesson uncover unexpected insights? 2. Is this lesson relevant to today\'s culture? 3. Will this lesson cause a thought-provoking discussion? These are things that
- [Missions at the Ladder to Heaven](https://cogh.net/devotionals/missions-at-the-ladder-to-heaven/) - Where is our mission field? Let me tell you about a recent trip to Bolivia to answer that question. The Bolivian mission endeavor of the Church of God (Holiness) is a great success story. The number of established churches is now at 128, with another 200 or more daughter churches. During my trip, June 24-July
- [Unity is Pleasant](https://cogh.net/devotionals/unity-is-pleasant/) - Psalm 133:1-3 Team members are often competitive , not only with their opponents, but also with their teammates. Whether it be sports, or members of a workforce, team members often vie for position, recognition and reward. A team that has thrilled and inspired thousands with their performance is the Three Singing Tenors, Placido Domingo, Jose
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- [The Spirit of Glory](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-glory/) - 1 Peter 4:12-16 We discover the strength we have in Christ in the midst of adversity. It is interesting to observe that most of the Psalms were written during times of difficulty. Many of the New Testament Epistles were written in prisons. The book of Revelation was written while John was in exile. Most of
- [The Spirit of Might](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-might/) - Col. 1:8-11 Tim Bowden in his book “One Crowded Hour” tells of an incident that took place in Borneo in 1964. Napalese soldiers preparing for combat were asked if they would be willing to jump from airplanes flying over Cambodia. They had never done this before and didn’t completely understand the implications of the request.
- [The Spirit of Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-christ/) - Romans 8:7-11 Two teens enthusiastically talk about their French classes. Both have several years in the language study and tell of the rigor of learning to speak the language fluently. Another is consumed with his love of music. He spends hours with his guitar perfecting his method with dreams of entertaining grandeur. A third is
- [Spirit of Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/spirit-of-life/) - Romans 8:1-6 As I moved from door to door in my neighborhood visitation I heard the vicious barking of what sounded like a huge dog getting closer. Finally, I arrived at the residence which was surrounded by a strong fence with numerous “Beware of the Dog” signs. They were posted for a good reason. It
- [Credential Certificate ~ 2015](https://cogh.net/devotionals/credential-certificate-2015/) - Church of God (Holiness) minister\'s and Christian workers who wish to have their names and personal contact information printed in the 2015 Minister\'s Roster, must fill out and send in the Credential Certificate form . The due date is July 1, 2015. A $15 fee must accompany the form. The form should be sent to Mar
- [The Spirit, Our Teacher](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-our-teacher/) - John 14:26-31 The birth of a baby giraffe holds some fascinating lessons for us. The mother goes to a spot where there are no bushes, just flat dirt. As the baby is born it falls ten or twelve feet. When the baby hits the ground, it rolls over and just lies there with legs all
- [The Spirit of the Father](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-the-father/) - Matthew 10:16-20 Lois Wyse gave six ways a woman preparing for marriage could learn all she needed to know about her fiancé. She should 1) watch him drive in heavy traffic. 2) Play tennis with him. 3) Listen to him talk to his mother when he doesn\'t know you\'re listening. 4) See how he treats
- [General Convention 2015](https://cogh.net/devotionals/general-convention-2015/) - General Convention will convene on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. In order to participate in the business sessions, licensed or ordained ministers, delegates and their alternates must be certified by the Convention Roll Committee. The following form must be filled out and mailed with the required fee to Convention Roll Committee, 7401 Metcalf
- [The Spirit of Grace](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-spirit-of-grace/) - Zech. 12:6-10 It was nearing midnight. The semi-truck loaded with bales of had headed west on 1-70. The driver was not aware that he had lost some of his cargo. Now bales of hay were strewn across the way. A few miles behind a Christian family sped through the night. The children in the car
- [Leaving Something Behind](https://cogh.net/devotionals/leaving-something-behind/) - Proverbs 13:22 A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children\'s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just. Proverbs while not being scriptural mandates for godly people nevertheless are guides for the wise. This proverb observes that the person who is farsighted plans ahead for the provision of his
- [We Are Not Quitters](https://cogh.net/devotionals/we-are-not-quitters/) - John 8:31-36 (31) Winston Churchill was a man who refused to surrender. On May 13, 1940, facing overwhelming odds as Hitler planned the destruction of England, Churchill addressed the House of Commons with this challenge: “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.” Just three weeks later he addressed the nation with
- [Friendly Fire – Not so Friendly](https://cogh.net/devotionals/friendly-fire-not-so-friendly/) - Galatians 5:13-15 (14) The news reports flooded into the United States. Pat Tillman the safety for the Arizona Cardinals who turned down a 3.6 million dollar contract in order to join the army following 9/11 made us proud to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave. According to
- [Giving  God’s Money](https://cogh.net/devotionals/giving-gods-money/) - 1 Cor. 16:1-5 (2) R. G. LeTourneau, the Christian inventor, businessman and entrepreneur made his mark in the world in an unusual way. His account chronicles a sixth grade dropout who went on to found a University. In 1915, broke and discouraged after numerous failed attempts in life he went to his pastor, Rev. Devol
- [Great Enough to Bend the Knee](https://cogh.net/devotionals/great-enough-to-bend-the-knee/) - John 13:1-17 (5) Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 – November 14, 1915) took advantage of the possibilities post-civil war freedom offered. He wrote five books, was an educator, orator and advisor to several US presidents. He urged oppressed, discriminated, and disfranchised former slaves to avoid confrontation. He argued instead, that the black people put their
- [Active Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/active-love/) - John 12:1-9 (3) During Oliver Cromwell’s reign as Lord Protector of England, a young soldier was to be executed. His fiancé came to plead his case. Her efforts to spare the life this young man seemed to be futile. Oliver Cromwell turned a deaf ear to her requests and the execution plans continued as planned.
- [Compassion + Will = Practical Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/compassion-will-practical-love/) - Mark 1:40-45 (41) Was it a word of dubious doubt? Was it a word of hesitant hope? Was it a word of pliant permission? “If thou wilt, thou canst . . .” Can the sun rise in the east each morning? Can a tornado devastate a sleeping town? Can a shark bite off a swimmer’s
- [How Simple Can It Be?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/how-simple-can-it-be/) - Deuteronomy 10:12-15 (12) Alma grew up in our church. Her grandfather was one of the founders. The church bore his last name. She seldom missed a service. Tragically, in spite of her exposure to the gospel she had never been saved. I prayed for her often. I visited her regularly. Numerous times I explained the
- [Continued Benefit](https://cogh.net/devotionals/continued-benefit/) - USDAgov / Foter.com / CC BY 1 Cor. 15:35-45 Our government just keeps on giving! They seem to want to raise people from the depths of their current circumstance. This was evidenced a few years ago when a letter appeared in the national news that had been sent to a deceased person by the South
- [Andrew Jackson\'s Request](https://cogh.net/devotionals/andrew-jacksons-request/) - Rennett Stowe / Foter.com / CC BY 1 Cor. 15:22-28 (23) Three months before his death, president Andrew Jackson wrote a letter headed, “Hermitage, March 27, 1845” in which he said, “I have prepared an humble depository for my mortal body beside that wherein lies my beloved wife, where, without any pomp or parade,
- [The Present Reality](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-present-reality/) - Grant MacDonald / Foter.com / CC BY-NC 2 Cor. 4:7-14 (14) In “The Body,” Chuck Colson recounts that on May 1, 1990 at Moscow’s Red Square the usual procession of military might was being paraded before the throngs of people. Tanks, missiles, and troops passed before the Communist party elite. It was a demonstration of
- [Because He Lives!](https://cogh.net/devotionals/because-he-lives/) - jimmywayne / Foter.com / CC BY-NC-ND Acts 13:26-33 (30) [30] But God raised him from the dead:. An interesting history surrounds the grave of Abraham Lincoln. In 1776 thieves exhumed the casket in an attempt to steal his body for ransom. The plot was foiled when the thieves were unable to manage the 500 pound,
- [The Sin that is Most Ignored](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-sin-that-is-most-ignored/) - Ezekiel 33:30-33 (31) Covetousness might be called “the sin that is most ignored.” The tenth commandment is the one that is normally skipped. Charles Haddon Spurgeon said of the thousands he had seen saved he never heard someone say they were saved from the sin of covetousness. LaSalle was a famous priest of the middle
- [A Bulwark Never Failing](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-bulwark-never-failing/) - Luke 12:22-28 (24) There are times when it feels like we are in a pressure cooker situation. The lid is sealed. Life’s situation is heating up. The pressure is becoming unbearable. The Word of God reminds us repeatedly that God will never leave us or forsake us. He is with us in our times of
- [Freed](https://cogh.net/devotionals/freed/) - Tony Fischer Photography / Foter.com / CC BY John 5:19-23 (21) In the last days of the Civil War, the Confederate capital, Richmond, Virginia, fell to the Union army. Abraham Lincoln insisted on visiting the city. Even though no one knew he was coming, slaves recognized him immediately and thronged around him. He had liberated
- [A New and More Perfect Edition](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-new-and-more-perfect-edition/) - Foter.com / Public Domain Mark 1.0 John 5:26-31 (29) In one of his lighter moments, Benjamin Franklin penned his own epitaph. He didn\'t profess to be a born-again Christian, but it seems he must have been influenced by Paul\'s teaching of the resurrection of the body. Here\'s what he wrote: The Body of B. Franklin,
- [What Do You See?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/what-do-you-see/) - Psalm 105:1-6 (4) John Adams, the second president of the United States of America was now almost 90 years old. He had outlived his beloved wife Abigail, several of his children, and all of his contemporaries except for his friend Thomas Jefferson. His health was failing. And yet on a sunny day at Peacefield, his
- [Entire Sanctification: The Distinctive Doctrine of Wesleyanism](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/entire-sanctification-the-distinctive-doctrine-of-wesleyanism/) - . . . . . Former Nazarene Theological Seminary professor and leading Nazarene theologian J. Kenneth Grider presents an examination of the doctrine of entire sanctification in an easy to read, easy to understand format. Dr. Grider particularly relates entire sanctification to the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This book represents an important benchmark in
- [](https://cogh.net/news/6669/) - Harmony Hill Youth Retreat October 25-27, 2013 Speaker: Rodney Davis Theme: Dare to Prepare Your Heart Who: Ages 13 and up When: 7:30 pm Friday to 1 pm Sunday Where: HHYC, Fulton, MO What: Bring Bible, clothes, bed and bath linens, deodorant, etc. How Much: $45 Need Info? Check out www.hhyc.net Contact Karen
- [The Shepherd and the Lady](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-shepherd-and-the-lady/) - A lady was summering in Switzerland. On day she went out for a stroll. Presently climbing the mountain side, she came to a shepherd\'s hut. She walked to the door and looked in. There sat the shepherd, and near at hand on a pile of straw lay a single sheep. Scanning it closely, the lady
- [Harmony Hill Youth Retreat](https://cogh.net/news/harmony-hill-youth-retreat/)
- [New Editorial Series announced . . .](https://cogh.net/news/new-editorial-series-announced/) - Editor, Gordon Snider announced recently that he will soon introduce a series to the Herald and Banner on the subject of \"What Does It Mean To Be Spiritual?\" He states, \"I am more convinced than ever that the author, Kenneth Boa [of the book \"Conformed to His Image\"], has a message that all Christians need
- [Ministers\' Conference](https://cogh.net/news/ministers-conference-2/) - Pertinent Pastoral Principles October 1-4, 2013 First Session: 12 pm Paul Pierpoint Evangelist, Conference Speaker Windermere Conference Center 5 miles west of Camdenton off Highway 54 on AA Near Osage Beach, Missouri 800-346-2215 or 573-346-5200 Rates: Registration Fee of $25 per person - Due September 2 Per Couple - $420 (food and lodging) +
- [The Church Herald and Holiness Banner Editor announces new editorial series . . .](https://cogh.net/news/the-church-herald-and-holiness-banner-editor-announces-new-editorial-series/) - Editor, Gordon Snider announced recently that he will soon introduce a series to the Herald and Banner on the subject of \"What Does It Mean To Be Spiritual?\" He states, \"I am more convinced than ever that the author, Kenneth Boa [of the book \"Conformed to His Image\"], has a message that all Christians need
- [Called to Be Faithful](https://cogh.net/devotionals/called-to-be-faithful/) - Mark 4:21-25 (24) Billy Graham was being interviewed. The journalist was intrigued by the success that Billy Graham had experienced. He asked if Billy Graham expected to receive great rewards in heaven as praise for the tremendous impact on many lives in his worldwide ministry. Graham said that he was not sure. He knew that,
- [Ministers\' Conference - 2013](https://cogh.net/news/ministers-conference-2013/) - Pertinent Pastoral Principles October 1-4, 2013 First Session: 12 pm Paul Pierpoint Evangelist, Conference Speaker Windermere Conference Center 5 miles west of Camdenton off Highway 54 on AA Near Osage Beach, Missouri 800-346-2215 or 573-346-5200 Rates: Registration Fee of $25 per person - Due September 2 Per Couple - $420 (food and lodging) +
- [The Supreme Hope](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-supreme-hope/) - bebouchard / Foter.com / CC BY-NC 1 Peter 1:1-5 (3) Leonid Ilyich Brezhnev, the General Secretary of the Community Party of the Soviet Union died on November 10, 1982. During his reign Leonid Brezhnev put thousands of Christians in prison or mental institutions in his attempt to stamp out the remembrance of God. It is
- [Wanting More](https://cogh.net/devotionals/wanting-more/) - 2 Kings 5:20-27 (27) Does the accumulation of money actually lead to happiness? Greed can cause you to become something you did not think possible. James Patterson and Peter Kim in “The Day America Told the Truth” told of a poll which asked the question, “What are you willing to do for $10,000,000?” Two-thirds of those
- [A great hero of the faith in the Church of God (Holiness) goes home . . .](https://cogh.net/news/a-great-hero-of-the-faith-in-the-church-of-god-holiness-goes-home/) - Who was Mr. Church of God (Holiness)? In my opinion that title should be given to Dr. I. C. Holland. He served the Lord in the Church of God (Holiness) from an early age and he served well. Even while attending the University of Missouri as a young man he was active in the ministry.
- [Harmony Hill Youth Camp - 2013](https://cogh.net/devotionals/5308/) - Plan now to attend Harmony Hill Youth Camp! July 27 - August 4, 2013
- [Secrets of Success](https://cogh.net/devotionals/secrets-of-success/) - kevinthoule / Foter.com / CC BY-NC-ND Proverbs 22:1-9 (4) Paul Harvey once gave the secret of his success. He said: \"I get up when I fall down,\" Bits & Pieces, March 3, 1994, p. 16. Race-car-driver Bill Vukovich might have him beat. He said, “There’s no secret. You just press the accelerator to the floor
- [It is time to send in your credential certificate in order to be listed in the Minister\'s Roster . . .](https://cogh.net/devotionals/it-is-time-to-send-in-your-credential-certificate-in-order-to-be-listed-in-the-ministers-roster/) - Right click on the image below. In the menu that pops up click on “Save image as . . .” Name the image and then save it to your computer. After locating the saved image on your computer press Ctrl-P to print the image.
- [Putting the Wesleyan Quadrilateral to use](https://cogh.net/devotionals/putting-the-wesleyan-quadrilateral-to-use/) - This morning my 95 year old father who reads the Bible through about once a month said something startling to me. He said, \"How do you explain that God created evil? God doesn\'t create evil, but Isa. 45:7 says that He does.\" Honestly, I had never noticed that before in this verse. My first was
- [It\'s Time to Register for General Convention](https://cogh.net/news/its-time-to-register-for-general-convention/) - Right click on the image below. In the menu that pops up click on \"Save image as . . .\" Name the image and then save it to your computer. After locating the saved image on your computer press Ctrl-P to print the image.
- [Who am I?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/who-am-i/) - Hebrews 11 I have never run in a marathon. I admire those who have the stamina to do so. And yet I realize that like many other things, even in that all are not equal. Once again I am humbled as I consider the question: \"Who am I?\" The Wired Word quotes a runner saying,
- [Obstacles to Success](https://cogh.net/devotionals/obstacles-to-success/) - Proverbs 22:10-16 (16) You can expect obstacles in life. On the way to church you may find that the highway is under construction and you have to take a detour. Some obstacles that you will face are more significant. You may be handicapped causing you to forfeit some of the desires in life you might
- [](https://cogh.net/news/1280/) - Generational Reaction in the Church By Garald Pugh About twenty-five years ago four pastors sat at a table in a Perkins Restaurant and exchanged ministry talk. The four of us had attended the last Saturday night of General Camp and had gone out for refreshments and fellowship. We were hungrier for the conversation than the
- [](https://cogh.net/news/1252/) - Quest Retreat March 15-17 Harmony Hill Youth Camp invites all high school juniors through young adults to the annual QUEST Retreat. The event began a few years ago as a College Retreat but has evolved into a weekend for young adults looking for a great time. During the Retreat those who attend will be
- [](https://cogh.net/strategic-plan/1263/) - Generational Reaction in the Church By Garald Pugh About twenty-five years ago four pastors sat at a table in a Perkins Restaurant and exchanged ministry talk. The four of us had attended the last Saturday night of General Camp and had gone out for refreshments and fellowship. We were hungrier for the conversation than the
- [](https://cogh.net/news/1248/) - Mininsters\' Prayer Retreat February 19-21, 2013 Youth Front Youth Ranch La Cagne, Kansas Registration $25.00 Conference fee $55.00 Registration Deadline - January 18, 2013 Note: Conference fee is $65.00 if registration is not paid by January 18. Mail registration fee to: Robert Thompson, Jr. Rt. 1, Box 301 Ava, MO 65608 Make checks payable
- [](https://cogh.net/news/1259/) - Generational Reaction in the Church By Garald Pugh About twenty-five years ago four pastors sat at a table in a Perkins Restaurant and exchanged ministry talk. The four of us had attended the last Saturday night of General Camp and had gone out for refreshments and fellowship. We were hungrier for the conversation than the
- [What\'s so special about a New Year?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/what-so-special-about-a-new-year/) - As the clock struck midnight we paused to welcome the New Year. We were surrounded by family and church friends who had just finished having an enjoyable evening eating, and playing board games. Now the \"sacred\" moment had arrived. Fireworks lit the sky in our time zone. The more careless people in the world shot
- [True Vigilance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-vigilance/) - Col. 4:1-6 A man was caught in a turbulent flood waters. He prayed, \"Lord, save me!\". Shortly after his prayer, a boat paddled towards him. He was urged to get in. \"No thank-you\", said the man, \"The Lord is going to save me\". An hour later, a motor boat came by. Again he was urged
- [True Humility](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-humility/) - Luke 22:24-27 Joseph Petro repeatedly reminisces on the greatness of president Ronald Reagan in his book “Standing Next to History”. As the Secret Service agent in charge of Reagan’s protective detail, he mentions numerous incidents where the President took time to speak to children, was gracious to a fault and genuinely loved and desired to
- [True Satisfaction](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-satisfaction/) - Luke 9:10-17 Albert Pujols, former first baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals, a World Series champ, an eight-time All Star, recipient of three National League MVP awards, and according to a 2008 poll of 30 MLB managers, the most feared hitter in the sport. His character is more impressive than his career. He founded The
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- [True Selflessness](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-selflessness/) - Luke 5:17-26 According to legend an old man of a seaport town was derisively called \"The Miser of Marseilles.\" Everyone in south of France seemed to know him. He seemed to have one aim in life . . . to hoard every bit of money he got. When he died, not a single person attended
- [True Freedom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-freedom/) - Luke 7:36-50 The story is told that Abraham Lincoln once visited a slave auction. He did not go to buy a slave but merely to watch the proceedings. As he watched he was more convinced than before of the indignity of selling and buying a fellow human being. As a result of the experience he
- [True Greatness](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-greatness/) - Mark 10:32-45 Possibly the greatest leader in the history of our country was George Washington. A group of angry officers saw this tall, 6’4” man in all of his greatness on March 15, 1783. They were upset because they had not been paid for their years of fighting in the Revolutionary War. The states refused
- [True Determination](https://cogh.net/devotionals/true-determination/) - 2 Cor. 2:1-11 Michael Jordan is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His leaping ability, demonstrated by performing slam dunks from the free throw line in slam dunk contests, earned him the nicknames \"Air Jordan\" and \"His Airness\". He also gained a reputation for being one of the best defensive players
- [Youth Retreat](https://cogh.net/news/youth-retreat/) - October 26-28 Retreat begins at 7:30 pm Friday ends at 1 pm Sunday Speaker: Travis Sayler $45.00 at the door $35 if you preregister at www.hhyc.net befgore October 124th. For more info go to www.hhyc.net or contact Karen Speak at 913-226-2962
- [](https://cogh.net/news/1183/) - Clergy Appreciation Month is a special time each October that congregations set aside to honor pastors and their families for their hard work, commitment and sacrificial dedication. “Clergy Appreciation Month recognizes the call of God in the lives of men, women and couples to full-time Christian service,” said H.B. London, Jr., vice president of Pastoral Ministries
- [God Answers Prayer](https://cogh.net/illustrations/god-answers-prayer/) - Dr. Beverly Carradine is one of his books relates the hard struggle he endured financially in the first year of his ministry. He saw the brook get smaller every day and finally, after living on bread alone for several days, saw even that give out. The weather was bitter cold, and h is coal supply
- [Entire Sanctification:  The Distinctive Doctrine of Wesleyanism](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/a-bible-commentary-in-the-wesleyan-tradition-2/) - Dr. Grider, former professor of theology at Nazarene Theological Seminary presents a theology of the doctrine and experience of entire sanctification which he dubs as the distinctive doctrine of Wesleyanism. The book discusses how to received the divine grace of entire sanctification and answers many questions about the doctrine and experience. Dr. Grider makes much
- [2012 Ladies Retreat](https://cogh.net/news/2012-ladies-retreat/) - The 2012 Ladies Retreat will be held October 12, 13 on the Mt. Zion Bible School Campus. The theme is Blessed Be the Tie That Binds. The guest speaker is Elizabeth Hamilton. The schedule will include skits, a concert Cayman-style, Sis. Cinda Thompson will speak on the Titus 2 Woman, and much more! Come for a
- [A Bible Commentary in the Wesleyan Tradition](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/a-bible-commentary-in-the-wesleyan-tradition/) - This is a newer commentary set published by the Wesleyan\'s. Currently there are 15 volumes in the set. It will be a good addition to your library and will greatly enhance your lesson or sermon preparation. You can order single volumes or the commentary as a set. Contact the Herald and Banner bookstore now and
- [2012 - Minister\'s Conference - 2012](https://cogh.net/news/2012-ministers-conference-2012/) - \"Overcoming Challenges of Church Growth\" will be the theme of the 2012 Minister\'s Conference which will be held September 18-21 at the Windermere Conference Center. Chris Cravens of Findlay, Ohio will be the guest speaker. In addition to workshops there will be a special \"God and Country\" session at which Delbert Scott will be
- [Credential Certificate](https://cogh.net/news/credential-certificate-2/) - Click on the image to enlarge. Press Ctrl-P to print..
- [From Intercession to Television](https://cogh.net/devotionals/from-intercession-to-television/) - I can easily understand the loneliness, the boredom, the desire for excitement that stirs within the soul of the elderly saint who once had a vibrant active life. Often the mind thinks young but the body acts old. Too often the church and society in general looks only to youth for answers, action, and ambition.
- [Who Will You Serve?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/who-will-you-serve/) - I pulled into the Millington, TN Walmart parking lot and found quickly found a space up front, close to the store. I couldn’t believe my good fortune. It was the space right next to the handicap parking space. I was somewhat disturbed when I returned from doing my shopping, however, to discover that I had
- [Holy Ready](https://cogh.net/devotionals/holy-ready/) - Some of the excitement about the Second Appearing of our Lord is troubling. It is not the second appearing of the Lord that is troubling but rather the blatant commercialization of this truth by some Christians. To see respected Christian leaders using this truth for their own advantage is sickening. Movies and book series whether
- [Being Right and Wrong at the Same Time](https://cogh.net/devotionals/being-right-and-wrong-at-the-same-time/) - The concept of separation can have either a negative or a positive connotation. If separation is perceived as being deprived of something desirable then it would be considered negative. If it was perceived as isolated so that it caused the individual to be ineffective disallowing a purpose for life then it would be thought as
- [It Was About Me](https://cogh.net/devotionals/it-was-about-me/) - Evidently Rick Warren and Max Lucado read from the same script. The first words in Rick Warren’s book, “The Purpose Driven Life,” state “It’s not about you.” Max Lucado echoes this thought in his book, It’s Not About Me, by devoting the whole volume to the subject. “Not” is a big exclusive word. Is this
- [Net Worth](https://cogh.net/devotionals/net-worth/) - Some people would say that not knowing your net worth is the number one mistake in the management of money. What do we mean when we speak of a person’s “net worth”? Simply defined, new worth is the total assets minus total liabilities of an individual or company. Your net worth is your financial bottom
- [Basic Motivational Axioms in My Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/basic-motivational-axioms-in-my-life/) - Think Big – My God is Big. Why should I think small? Look Far – My God doesn’t react to circumstances. He is into planning eternities. Expect Much – My God likes to give largely to His people. Average is Unacceptable – My example is God. When He does something it is always good. Status
- [The Certain Sound](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-certain-sound/) - 1 Cor 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound , who shall prepare himself to the battle? KJV A \'shofar\' is a trumpet, and is made from the horn of any kosher animal, except that of a cow or calf. It is one of the earliest wind instruments known to man. The shofar
- [Thinking for a Change](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/thinking-for-a-change/) - A book review Dr. R.E. Carroll used to tell his students at Kansas City College and Bible School that if they would concentrate on a given subject for 15 minutes a day they could become an expert in that particular subject. He also told us that few people have learned to concentrate for any length
- [The Never - Always Changing God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-never-always-changing-god/) - The name of God in the Hebrew has no pronunciation. It is a word of all consonants. Without vowels it can not be pronounced. It is also made up of all the forms for being: was, is and will be. For the Jew, a name represented the essence of the person. It spoke of the
- [The Double Dilemma](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-double-dilemma/) - Two distinctive features which fit those of the postmodern generation are respect for testimony and lack of regard for authority. The disregard for absolutes and the acceptance of someone’s story has left them with twin problems and the church with a double dilemma. Since the postmodernist will not accept the concept of absolute truth, he
- [“Un-warping” Our Concept of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/un-warping-our-concept-of-god/) - In order to grasp this consideration fully it is important to first define time. Time can be described as a non-spatial continuum that is measured in terms of events which succeed one another from past through present to future. Time is something that must be measured in order to have significance. Through the ages time
- [Minister\'s Conference](https://cogh.net/news/ministers-conference/) - \"Overcoming Challenges of Church Growth\" will be the theme of the 2012 Minister\'s Conference which will be held September 18-21 at the Windermere Conference Center. Chris Cravens of Findlay, Ohio will be the guest speaker. In addition to workshops there will be a special \"God and Country\" session at which Delbert Scott will be
- [Minister\'s Roster - Credential Certificate](https://cogh.net/news/ministers-roster-credential-certificate/) - Click on the image to enlarge. Press Ctrl-P to print..
- [The Best Cleanser](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-best-cleanser/) - Romans 5:12-21 (16) [16] And not as it was by one that sinned, so is the gift: for the judgment was by one to condemnation, but the free gift is of many offences unto justification. One company advertizes, “Why not clean just once and not have to clean again for awhile? Wouldn’t that be much
- [The Burden Rolled Away](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-burden-rolled-away/) - Psalm 51:1-19 (14) [14] Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, thou God of my salvation: and my tongue shall sing aloud of thy righteousness. The idiot lights on the dashboards of our car are placed there for a purpose and yet often they are ignored. Maybe you like others have taken a piece of electrical
- [Spousal Love and Holiness?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/spousal-love-and-holiness/) - Ephesians 5:25-27 (25) Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; The Saturday Evening Post published an article entitled “The Seven Ages of the Married Cold.” It revealed the reaction of a husband to his wife’s colds during their first seven years of marriage. Year one: “Sugar dumpling,
- [The Hoping God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-hoping-god/) - Psalm 14:1-7 (2) [2] The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. We are so centered on our feelings, our life and our future that we sometimes overlook matters of significance. For example, we speak of the God of hope.
- [The Divine Rejection Slip](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-divine-rejection-slip/) - Genesis 3:16-24 (23) [23] Therefore the Lord God sent him forth from the garden of Eden, to till the ground from whence he was taken. The Rejection Hotline is a fake phone number you can give out instead of your real number. Callers hear the Rejection Hotline message and are not-so-subtly informed of your non-interest.
- [No Place to Hide](https://cogh.net/devotionals/no-place-to-hide/) - Genesis 3:1-13 (9) [9] And the Lord God called unto Adam, and said unto him, Where art thou? Responding to an alarm, police arrived to see a man running out the back door. The suspect got away, but he dropped his cell phone. The police searched the list of contacts on the phone and called
- [The Image of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-image-of-god/) - Genesis 1:26-31 (26) And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. I was
- [Needing to Kneel](https://cogh.net/devotionals/needing-to-kneel/) - Matthew 2:10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. Kings don’t know how to kneel. Others kneel before them. Others praise them, honor them, and bring gifts to them. If a king is humbled it normally means that he has been defeated. For a king to be humbled is to be debased. In our
- [Sought by the Humble](https://cogh.net/devotionals/sought-by-the-humble/) - Luke 2:15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” The baby God was sought by the humble. The high point in the lives of the shepherds up to
- [Magnify the Lord](https://cogh.net/devotionals/magnify-the-lord/) - Luke 1:46 And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord You probably have seen the bumper stickers, “My child is an Honor Student at *** High School.” Maybe you haven’t seen the bumper sticker that says, “My child could be an Honor Student if he tried harder.” Two sloughs are hanging from a tree limb.
- [No Uncertain Answer](https://cogh.net/devotionals/no-uncertain-answer/) - Matthew 1:18 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. God without embarrassment or excuse gave an explanation of the birth of Jesus which had to sound
- [The Slave Turned Son](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-slave-turned-son/) - Galatians 4:6 Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” The idea of slavery is a concept that though understood is foreign to our experience. Total submission and commitment were demanded of a slave. A slave was property rather than a
- [If - Then](https://cogh.net/devotionals/if-then/) - Proverbs 3:5, 6 (6) 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. This “if-then” statement has provides a promise that has been an instruction and an encouragement to many Christians. If – you trust God
- [Asking the Right Question](https://cogh.net/devotionals/asking-the-right-question/) - Psalm 143:1-12 (10) 1 O LORD, hear my prayer, listen to my cry for mercy; in your faithfulness and righteousness come to my relief. 2 Do not bring your servant into judgment, for no one living is righteous before you. 3 The enemy pursues me, he crushes me to the ground; he makes me dwell in darkness like
- [The Map](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-map/) - John 16:7-12 (8) 7But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. 8When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt[a] in regard to sin and righteousness and
- [The Divine Standard](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-divine-standard/) - Psalm 119:161-168 (163) 161 Rulers persecute me without cause, but my heart trembles at your word. 162 I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil. 163 I hate and abhor falsehood but I love your law. 164 Seven times a day I praise you for your righteous laws. 165 Great peace have they who love your law,
- [The Best Benefit Package](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-best-benefit-package/) - II Timothy 3:14-17 (16) 14But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, 15and how from infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16All Scripture is God-breathed and
- [Hand in Hand](https://cogh.net/devotionals/hand-in-hand/) - Psalm 119:97-104 (97) 97 Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long. 98 Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for they are ever with me. 99 I have more insight than all my teachers, for I meditate on your statutes. 100 I have more understanding than the elders, for I obey your
- [Wisdom Defined](https://cogh.net/devotionals/wisdom-defined/) - Proverbs 16:13-16 (16) 13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth. 14 A king\'s wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will appease it. 15 When a king\'s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. 16 How much better to get wisdom
- [My Own Path](https://cogh.net/devotionals/my-own-path/) - Hebrews 11:23?29 (24) A story in Today in the Word, July 13, 1993, relates that “During his years as premier of the Soviet Union, Nikita Khrushchev denounced many of the policies and atrocities of Joseph Stalin. Once, as he censured Stalin in a public meeting, Khrushchev was interrupted by a shout from a heckler in the
- [People Pressure](https://cogh.net/devotionals/people-pressure/) - Acts 24:24?27 (27) Peer pressure is defined by Dictionary.com as social pressure by members of one\'s peer group to take a certain action, adopt certain values, or otherwise conform in order to be accepted. It exists for all ages. By itself it is neither negative or positive. In study after study of adolescents, however, peer
- [What\'s a Million?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/whats-a-million/) - Matthew 19:16?22 (22) He drove me down the streets of the exquisitely exclusive neighborhood in one of his new BMWs. He showed me the streets that were named for his children. He told me of his investments. He made sure that I felt insignificant by telling me how with his doctorate he had gained fortunate and
- [More is Better](https://cogh.net/devotionals/more-is-better/) - II Kings 2:1?12 (9) Elijah the senior prophet made such a profound impression upon the junior prophet Elisha that when he died Elisha’s last request was that he could have a “double portion of his spirit.” To want to be like someone is impressive. To want to have their spirit doubled tells of the awesome influence
- [The Choice Which Brings Joy](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-choice-which-brings-joy/) - I Kings 18:30?39 (39) As wonderful as it may seem, Israel’s choice to follow God in this scriptural account was tarnished due to the fact that He was their second choice. God had to go to great lengths to prove to them that the non-god Baal was a powerless hunk of material. We can make a
- [The Blank Check](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-blank-check/) - I Kings 3:5?15 (11) An online survey asked the question, “If a genie would grant you three wishes, what would you ask?” Some of the responses were: One respondent requested 1) Enough money to live comfortably for the rest of my life 2) For me and my family to live happy, healthy long lives 3)
- [General Convention, Monday June 4 ~ 9 a.m.](https://cogh.net/news/general-convention-monday-june-4-9-a-m/) - Click on the image to enlarge. Press Ctrl-P to print.
- [2012 General Camp - May 29 until June 3](https://cogh.net/news/2012-general-camp-may-29-until-june-3/) - The General Camp of the Churches of God (Holiness) will once again be hosted by the Kansas City College and Bible School. Services will begin on May 29, 7:30 p.m. and will continue until June 3. William Snider and Steve Marcel will be sharing the pulpit responsibilities as the camp evangelists. The Cassidy Family will
- [New Calendar](https://cogh.net/updates/new-calendar/) - As you may have noticed, the different calendars we have used in the past for cogh.net have loaded very slowly or had other issues. We are now trying out Google\'s calendar, which seems to work much better. Please forgive us while we rebuild our calendar database. Past events will not be recreated. We apologize for
- [Book Review: Rediscovering Pastoral Ministry](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/rediscovering-pastoral-ministry/) - [ISBN:0849910927] Recently, I felt that as a pastor I needed a refresher on what pastoral ministry is all about. I found Rediscovering Pastoral Ministry by John MacArthur, Jr. and the Master’s Seminary Faculty to be a challenging and encouraging read on God’s call to ministry. Rediscovering Pastoral Ministry reads much like a manual on pastoral
- [Church of God (Holiness) Regions](https://cogh.net/updates/church-of-god-holiness-regions/) - During the Strategic Planning session of General Convention this year, a restructuring of the COGH regions was presented to delegates. This information has been used to create a \"Regions\" page on this site. If you have any further information concerning your regional structure (officers, etc), meeting dates, news, etc., please let me know so that
- [General Convention 2010](https://cogh.net/news/general-convention-2010/) - Last Monday, the 2010 General Convention of the Churches of God (Holiness) was convened. After the election and financial reports of the various boards and committees was completed in the morning session (see our updated \"Boards and Committees\" page), delegates spent the afternoon in Strategic Planning. Delegates first heard a report from Mark McCalmon concerning
- [It\'s Summer Time!](https://cogh.net/news/summer-time/) - It\'s summer time and the next week or so will be filled with activities in Overland Park, KS, as congregants of various Churches of God (Holiness) gather to worship together at General Camp (June 1- 6) and then convene the General Convention (June 7). Already, the campus 0f Kansas City College and Bible School has
- [Reading List](https://cogh.net/leadership/reading-list/) - During my ministry internship in college, Pastor Ernie Mullins encouraged me to read one book a month. I have to admit that I have not always done that even though I do read a number of articles, etc. Recently, I have been developing some personal goals in regards to growing as a Christian leader. One
- [Ministry Seminar](https://cogh.net/news/ministry-seminar/) - On April 17 El Dorado Springs Church of God (Holiness) will host a ministry seminar on the theme \"Our Church... Are We Thriving or Surviving?\" Workshop themes will include: Keynote address Thriving as a Great Commandment Church Thriving through our Sunday Morning Worship Thriving through our Small Groups Thriving as a Leader Thriving With Our
- [Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/zondervan-illustrated-bible-backgrounds-commentary/) - [openbook booknumber=\"/b/OL9610061M\" templatenumber=\"1\"] Occasionally, I have been asked what commentaries I use when preparing for a sermon. There are several that are my favorites, but in this post I will focus on a set that has quickly become one of my favorites. Several years ago, I received an advertisement in the mail about a new
- [Sermon Preparation: The Problem](https://cogh.net/sermon-preparation/sermon-preparation-the-problem/) - In The Four Steps of Sermon Preparation I discuss Kenton C. Anderson\'s method of sermon development which considers the tension of the authority of God\'s Word as well as the apprehension of the listeners. In my application of this method, I have typically spent some amount of time trying to dig up the cultural and
- [Download Brainstorming Youth Group Fundraisers from BuildingChurchLeaders.com](https://cogh.net/youth-ministry/brainstorming-youth-group-fundraisers/) - BuildingChurchLeaders.com shares 56 ideas for youth group fundraisers. Check it out -Brainstorming Youth Group Fundraisers!
- [Praying for the Lost: Open Blinded Eyes](https://cogh.net/prayer/praying-for-the-lost-open-blinded-eyes/) - 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 Why is it that people who can be so incredibly intelligent, talented, and so perceptive concerning some aspects of life can be so incredibly blind to spiritual truth? It doesn’t seem to make sense, does it? For example, you would think that a scientist who could make all sorts of great scientific
- [Prayers for the Lost: Prepared for Faith](https://cogh.net/prayer/prayers-for-the-lost-prepared-for-faith/) - Christian Clipart Romans 10:1-17 As we continue our series on praying for lost loved ones, we find a wonderful, beautiful promise of God in our scripture that should encourage us as we pray. What is this promise? Paul utters it three times. In verse nine he writes, “… if you confess with your mouth that
- [Worship is a Verb](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/worship-is-a-verb/) - [openbook booknumber=\"/b/OL794183M\" templatenumber=\"1\"] OutofUr.com, the blog operated by Leadership Journal included a short article on the late Robert Webber on April 30, 2007. “Webber will be remembered (and appreciated, mostly) as the man who gave a name to the quest to recover both philosophy and experience of worship that were endangered by contemporary evangelical practices
- [A Samaritan Sermon](https://cogh.net/news/a-samaritan-sermon/) - Sometimes I wonder if God shakes His head in dismay. As He observes our attempts to be good Christians there have to be times of divine discouragement. We seem to learn rules and ritual more rapidly than right behavior. As I read the following account shared by one of my online students I actually felt
- [Prayers for the Lost: God\'s Delight](https://cogh.net/prayer/prayers-for-the-lost-gods-delight/) - In Deuteronomy 4, Moses was speaking to the people shortly before he died. Beginning at verse fifteen, he warns the people not to fall into idolatry. They had never seen God as a form or shape. Furthermore, the sun, moon, and stars were objects that God had created. Moses told them to be careful so
- [Prayers for the Lost, Week 1](https://cogh.net/prayer/prayers-for-the-lost-week-1/) - The third ranked goal of the Strategic Plan for the Churches of God (Holiness) as presented to the General Convention in June 2005 is to encourage prayer. COGH.net will be promoting this goal in the next few weeks with a series on “Prayers for the Lost”, inspired by this article by The Navigators. For this
- [COGH.net has moved!](https://cogh.net/updates/cogh-net-has-moved/) - You probably cannot tell the difference now, but cogh.net is on a new server. I sent all existing cogh.net email users an email before this move asking for your passwords so that I could setup your email accounts once the move was completed. Unfortunately, only a few people responded to my email. If you have
- [Harmony Hill Golf Tournament](https://cogh.net/news/harmony-hill-golf-tournament/) - September 12, 2009 Shadow Lake Golf Course - Wheatland Missouri Four Man Scramble - Everyone Welcome! Price: $50 (includes cart and 18 holes of golf) Shotgun Start: 10:a.m. Thanks to Lowry City Church of God (Holiness) who will be providing a free lunch! RSVP Tim Scott (417) 296-0386 or Chad Pollard (417) 296-2330 or .
- [2009 Harmony Hill Youth Camp](https://cogh.net/news/2009-harmony-hill-youth-camp/) - July 25 - August 2 David Fulton, Evangellst David Fulton was born in Bolivia, South America to missionary parents; he spent the first eight years of life there. He graduated from high school in 1986 and was married a year later. David and his wife Leah have three children: David Jr., Carrie, and Ashley. David
- [Kids\' Kamp 2009](https://cogh.net/news/kids-kamp-2009/) - Pioneering With Courage July 6 - 10 For registration/medical release forms go to hhyc.net Directors: Kevin and Aimee Askew - kaskew05@hotmail.com
- [It\'s Campmeeting Time!](https://cogh.net/news/its-campmeeting-time/) - For a complete listing of the summer campmeetings, click on the tab \"News & Events\" at the top of the page. There you will find a calendar listing the events of the summer. You can navigate from one month to the next by clicking on the arrows to the right or left of the current
- [General Camp 2009](https://cogh.net/news/general-camp-2009/) - The general camp of the Churches of God (Holiness) began last night with a powerful message on prayer from Rev. Paul Pierpoint. Our other evangelist is Rev. Bob Thompson, Jr. The Cassadays are song evangelists. Jason Dodson is youth evangelist; Carol Avery is the children\'s worker. Please check our calendar for a more detailed camp
- [The Last Christian Generation](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/the-last-christian-generation/) - A Book Review By Dr. Gayle Woods I have great admiration for Josh McDowell, the author of \"The Last Christian Generation.\" I have read a number of his books. I have heard him speak. He is a tremendous scholar and a great apologist. The many books that he has authored such as, \"Evidence that Demands
- [Your Prayer on NDOP](https://cogh.net/news/your-prayer-on-ndop/) - Heavenly Father, We exalt you as the one true God - there is no other. We proclaim your majesty, for you have created the heavens and the earth and all that is. We proclaim your holiness, your set-apart-ness, for there truly is none like you. We proclaim your justice, for everything you do is right
- [National Day of Prayer](https://cogh.net/news/national-day-of-prayer/) - This Thursday, May 7, 2009, will be the National Day of Prayer. We encourage you to join fellow Christians across the United States of America in prayer that God\'s name might be hallowed, God\'s will might be accomplished, God\'s provision might be manifested, God\'s forgiveness might be received by us and even our enemies, and
- [Praying Your Prodigal Home](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/praying-your-prodigal-home/) - A Book Review By Dr. Gayle Woods Those who have prodigal sons or daughters understand the feeling I had when I was given “Praying Your Prodigal Home” as a Christmas gift. Hope surged. Maybe there was some secret hidden in the book that I had missed. Maybe my prayers for my own son
- [2009 General Camp](https://cogh.net/camp-meetings/2009-general-camp/) - Touching Christ - Touching the World May 26 - 31, 2009 Evangelists: Robert Thompson, Jr. - Red Bay, Grand Cayman Paul Pierpoint - Hobe Sound, Florida Song Evangelists - Stephen and Nicole Cassady - Washington, IN Youth Evangelist - Jason Dodson - Overland Park, KS Children\'s Worker - Carol Avery - Overland Park, KS Services
- [The Rapture wil be Rapture for those who are Raptured](https://cogh.net/outlines/the-rapture-wil-be-rapture-for-those-who-are-raptured/) - by Jack Smith 1 Thess 4:16-18 1. The surety of the Rapture vs. 16 A. The Lord Himself (emphatic) B. The Shout of Authority C. The Clear Trumpet call (assembly) 2. The Suddenness of the Rapture vs. 16-17 A. Twinkling of an eye 1 Cor 15:52 B. As a thief in the night 1 Thess
- [The Good News of Easter](https://cogh.net/outlines/the-good-news-of-easter/) - by Jack Smith Thesis Statement: God is for us. 1. Proven by the death of Christ. vs. 32 2. Proven in the degree of His forgiveness vs. 33 Lk 23:34; 1 Cor 6:9-11; Rom 8:1 3. Proven in His daily provision vs. 34 Rom 8:32, 37 (more than conquerers - excessively victorious!) Gregory Hills COGH
- [The Church of Resurrection Power](https://cogh.net/outlines/the-church-of-resurrection-power/) - by Jack Smith Matt 28:18-20 Thesis Statement: The Great Commission can be accomplished through resurrection power. 1. The Church must have a prayer emphasis Lk 18:1; Matt 17:21; Lk 11:1; 2 Chron. 20:3, 12 2. The Church must have a pentecostal emphasis Acts 1:8 3. The Church must have a purpose emphasis Gregory Hills COGH
- [A Visit to Calvary](https://cogh.net/outlines/a-visit-to-calvary/) - by Jack Smith 1. The Person of Calvary A. Sinless in Character B. Singular in His Work 2. The Purpose of Calvary A. To Proclaim God\'s Love B. To Punish Sin Heb. 9:22; 2 Cor. 5:21 3. The Provision of Calvary A. To Provide Life Eph 2:5-6 B. To Provide Liberty from sin John 8:34-36
- [Dancing on Thin Concrete](https://cogh.net/illustrations/dancing-on-thin-concrete/) - Jun 18, 2001 A few weeks ago there was a terrible tragedy in Jerusalem. A wedding party of about 600 people were celebrating together when the floor collapsed beneath them. Those who were partying were focused on the pleasure of the moment. They felt secure in their surroundings. They sensed no danger. They were oblivious
- [Car Alarms](https://cogh.net/illustrations/car-alarms/) - I just walked in the front door of my house. I live less than a mile north of Purdue University and its football stadium in a nice middle class neighborhood. Tonight the Indianapolis Colts played an exhibition game against the Saints I believe. Anyways following the game there was to be a fireworks display. When
- [3,000 Sermons that Can\'t Be Remembered](https://cogh.net/illustrations/3000-sermons-that-cant-be-remembered/) - A church goer wrote a letter to the editor of the newspaper and complained that it made no sense to go to church every Sunday. \"I\'ve gone for 30 years now,\" he wrote, \"and in that time I have heard something like 3,000 sermons. But for the life of me I can\'t remember a single
- [Misunderstanding](https://cogh.net/illustrations/misunderstanding/) - A trucking firm had experienced a loss through the theft of 24 pigs. The lawyer wanted to impress the jury and so he dramatically stated, \"Men and women of the jury . . . we are talking about 24 pigs. That is twice as many as are sitting in the jury today.\"
- [Who Can Know It?](https://cogh.net/illustrations/who-can-know-it/) - \"Who can know it?\" Jer. Just outside a western West Virginia town live two wealthy brothers who together own a large construction company. They also a beautiful acreage where they decided to build adjoining houses for their familes. The houses were finally finished and work on the landscape was now being done. One of the
- [\"The Rest that Remains for the People of God\"](https://cogh.net/outlines/the-rest-that-remains-for-the-people-of-god/) - By Jack Smith Hebrews 4:9-10 Thesis Statement: Entire sanctification: a benefit of salvation believers must not ignore 1. It involves Duty Heb. 4:1 \"anxious dread\" A. Provided by God - \"reserved for you\" B. Promises of God - Eze 36:25; Acts 15:8, 9; Joel 2:28 2. It involves Danger Heb 4:11 3. It involves Direction
- [\"Follow Me\"](https://cogh.net/outlines/follow-me/) - by Jack Smith Philippians 3:17-21; 4:9; 1 Cor 11:1 Thesis Statement: You can be successful in Christian living. 1. Like Paul who received a new direction in his life Philippians 3:20 A. Convicted B. Convinced C. Converted 2. Like Paul who received a new desire for his life Philippians 1:20, 21 A. To Glorify God
- [\"Let us . . . \"](https://cogh.net/outlines/let-us/) - by Jack Smith Hebrews 10:22-25 Thesis Statement: The Church can experience revival today 1. By demonstrating hope before the world regarding your eternal home \"Let us hold fast the confession of our faith\" vs. 23 2. By demonstrating love toward the Church \"Let us consider one another\" vs. 24 3. By demonstrating faith as you
- [Homecoming - 40th Anniversary](https://cogh.net/news/homecoming-40th-anniversary/) - Title: Homecoming - 40th AnniversaryLocation: Belton, MO COGHStart Time: 10:00Date: 2009-04-26
- [IHC](https://cogh.net/news/ihc/) - Title: IHCLocation: Carthage, MO COGHDescription: Ken Thompson, Sammy Lorton 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.Start Date: 2009-05-06End Date: 2009-05-08
- [Easter Concert](https://cogh.net/news/easter-concert/) - Title: Easter ConcertLocation: Kirksville, MO COGHDescription: Howard Russell, singerStart Time: 10:45, 18:00Date: 2009-04-12
- [Blueridge COGH Revival](https://cogh.net/news/blueridge-cogh-revival/) - Title: Blueridge COGH RevivalLocation: El Dorado Springs, MODescription: Noel Scott, evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-28Start Time: 19:00End Date: 2009-05-03
- [Mt Zion COGH Revival](https://cogh.net/news/mt-zion-cogh-revival/) - Title: Mt Zion COGH RevivalLocation: Mt. Zion, MO (Ava)Description: Ken Thompson, evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-27Start Time: 19:30End Date: 2009-05-03
- [Coweta COGH Revival](https://cogh.net/news/coweta-cogh-revival/) - Title: Coweta COGH RevivalLocation: Coweta, OKDescription: Randall Albertson, evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-21Start Time: 19:30End Date: 2009-04-26
- [Rose Hill COGH Revival](https://cogh.net/news/rose-hill-cogh-revival/) - Title: Rose Hill COGH RevivalLocation: Rose Hill, KSDescription: Ralph Wheeler, evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-19Start Time: 19:30End Date: 2009-04-24
- [Fordland COGH Revival](https://cogh.net/news/fordland-cogh-revival/) - Title: Fordland COGH RevivalLocation: Fordland MODescription: Rollin Mitchell, evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-07Start Time: 19:00End Date: 2009-04-12
- [Gregory Hills Revival](https://cogh.net/news/gregory-hills-revival/) - Title: Gregory Hills RevivalLink out: Click hereDescription: Jack Smith evangelistStart Date: 2009-04-07End Date: 2009-04-12
- [Multiply Your Prayer Power](https://cogh.net/devotionals/multiply-your-prayer-power/) - by Aletha Hinthorn C. Peter Wagner tells that when he was young he attended \"horse pulls.\" One of the strongest horses could pull 7,000 pounds and another an amazing 9,000 pounds. But when the two horses were hitched together, they could pull 33,000 pounds. A similar phenomenon occurs in prayer. God multiples the results when
- [Growth By Accident - Death By Planning:  How Not to Kill A Growing Congregation](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/growth-by-accident-death-by-planning-how-not-to-kill-a-growing-congregation/) - A Book Review by Dr. Gayle Woods It was the title of the book that first grabbed my attention. Don’t we normally think in terms of church growth by planning? As I stood at his book table, I knew that Dr. Whitesel, Vice-President of the American Society for Church Growth, had something on
- [Increasing Visitor Retention](https://cogh.net/follow-up/increasing-visitor-retention/) - Would you like to know one simple trick that could dramatically increase your church\'s rate of visitor retention? No, this is not one of those commercials! Rather, I would just like to share with you the startling results of some research done on visitor retention. In his book Planting Missional Churches, Ed Stetzer references research
- [God is Closer Than You Think](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/god-is-closer-than-you-think/) - A Book Review Immanence. Transcendence. How often does the average Christian contemplate these attributes of God? We say that He is everywhere present but we act as if it does not make a difference. It is almost as if we place the fulcrum of our theological understanding closer to immanence so that the weight of
- [The Four Steps of Sermon Preparation](https://cogh.net/sermon-preparation/the-four-steps-of-sermon-preparation/) - Preacher, Sunday School teacher, small group leader - have you ever stayed up late the night before you were to give a sermon, lesson, or devotional struggling to understand the Bible passage you were to speak from or to know how to apply it to your hearer\'s lives? Probably all of us have. There is
- [Old Rosters and General Convention Minutes Wanted](https://cogh.net/miscellaneous/old-rosters-and-general-convention-minutes-wanted/) - In order to have resources available to his classes for future research regarding the Church of God (Holiness) and to preserve the history of the churches Dr. Woods is collecting old minister\'s rosters and General Convention Minutes. If you have copies that you would like to give to him please send them to: Dr. Gayle
- [Counterpoint](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/counterpoint/) - A Book Review By Dr. Gayle Woods Standing before the Christian Holiness Partnership, formerly known as the Christian Holiness Association, in 1995, Keith Drury detonated an issue which has sent shock waves through Wesleyan holiness circles for over a decade. His premise was that “The Holiness Movement is Dead.” He was not saying
- [The Way Back Home](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-way-back-home/) - Isa.53:6 My wife got me a GPS (Global Positioning System) for Christmas! I had been hinting for a long time that I wanted one. Finish Reading
- [Grace for a New Year](https://cogh.net/devotionals/grace-for-a-new-year/) - \"I resolve this new year to make no new year\'s resolutions.\" Have you ever heard (or uttered) that cynical response? Every new year, many people consider goals they would like to achieve in the new year. Finish Reading
- [Be a People Person – Effective Leadership Through Effective Relationships](https://cogh.net/book-reviews/be-a-people-person-effective-leadership-through-effective-relationships/) - A Book Review by Dr. Gayle Woods How can a person walk into a room of strangers and with the strength of his presence cause heads to turn in his direction? In a circle of conversation, why does the group seem compelled to address their remarks in the direction of one individual rather than to
- [Our Missionary God](https://cogh.net/evangelism/our-missionary-god/) - \"God is a missionary God in this culture and in every culture\" (Stetzer 27). What did it mean for the Word to become flesh and dwell among men? And, how should that impact the Church of God - the Body of Christ - today? First, we should consider who the Word was. Of course, we
- [Preparing the Way for the Christ Child](https://cogh.net/miscellaneous/preparing-the-way-for-the-christ-child/) - One of my favorite scriptures is John 1:1-14. These few verses contain a powerful message for us about what it meant for Jesus, the only Son of God, to become flesh. Recently, I was studying this passage again and the following are some thoughts I thought you might find helpful. What\'s the Story? This passage
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- [Alive in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/alive-in-christ/) - Rom 6:11-14 (11) Joseph M. Stowell relates,\" Some time ago, I was chatting with a man who consults with some of the largest U.S. companies about their quality control. Because ministry is a form of human quality control, I thought I\'d ask him for some insights. \"He said, \"In quality control, we are not concerned
- [Communion With Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/communion-with-christ/) - 1 Cor 11:17-34 (26) They pushed. They shoved. They talked at the same time. The father looked down at his two little boys. It was clear to see that he was perplexed. How do you treat your son as if he were your only son when he isn\'t? When would they learn the joy of
- [Made New in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/made-new-in-christ/) - Col 3:3-11 (10) The men in the Woods family laugh and bear it. There is no reason to deny the fact that if you have seen one of the Woods family you have seen them all. We could have a random changing of noses and no one would notice that anything had changed in our
- [One Spirit in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/one-spirit-in-christ/) - 1 Cor 12:12-14 (13) I really enjoyed working for Joe. Why? Joe, his foreman and I had established such a close relationship that it seemed as if we all thought alike. We \"clicked\" when we worked. When one needed a tool he didn\'t have to ask for it because the other had already anticipated his
- [Risen With Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/risen-with-christ/) - Col 2:1-12 (12) If I ever saw redemptive lift it was in the life of Cleo. When I first found him he was poverty stricken, degraded, discouraged, and full of the devil. He drank, smoked, cussed, had pornography within easy reach of his chair... or his children. He had no job and didn’t care. He
- [The Joy of Right Relationships](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-joy-of-right-relationships/) - Psa 51:10-13 (12) I never will forget that service at Harmony Hill Youth Camp. I had fasted all week praying that God would save my youngest son. A wall was between us. We lived together but didn\'t communicate. We were both miserable about the same thing but for different reasons. I couldn\'t understand the problem
- [Abiding in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/abiding-in-christ/) - Jn 15:1-7 (4) Wong Yoke Lin had moved with her family to Singapore just a weeks earlier in order to earn better wages. She was getting accustomed to the large, noisy machinery in the plywood factory where she was now employed. That morning in April 1975 all seemed to be going well as the plywood
- [Circumcised in Heart](https://cogh.net/devotionals/circumcised-in-heart/) - Eze 44:5-9) I was in for a shock the first Sunday at my new pastorate. The rural church had been without a pastor for about two years and the effects of being without a leader were evident. I sat down in my pew to enjoy the preliminaries of the Sunday School service. A lady who
- [Reigning With Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/reigning-with-christ-2/) - Rev. 10:1-6 (4) Eleven-year-old prince Arthur was amazed! This had to be the highest mountain in the world. The entourage stopped their horses long enough to look at the magnificent sight. Immediately Arthur wanted to know. \"Has anyone climbed it?\" No one had. It wasn\'t possible. That was all that was needed to make up
- [The Coming Day of the Lord](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-coming-day-of-the-lord/) - Zech. 14:1-11 (9) I was spellbound as I looked down at the carnage. There laying in my lap was my father\'s book which described in word and picture the events that took place during World War II. It showed how his division in the infantry had hopped from island to island throughout the South Pacific.
- [Salvation - God\'s Gift](https://cogh.net/devotionals/salvation-gods-gift/) - John 4:7-(10) While constructing a new stairway at our house I ordered a dumpster so we could dispose of the old concrete. The transaction was made. I agreed to the price. When the job was complete the company picked up the dumpster and I paid the bill. To my surprise I received another bill a
- [The Blessings of Forgiveness](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-blessings-of-forgiveness/) - Psa 32:(1)-11 As I teenager I was riding with my friend in his dads car. He asked, \"Would you like to drive?\" Sure, I said. I was too young to drive but we were driving out in the field so it seemed to be harmless and legal. I was having a great time until I
- [A Wrong Defense](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-wrong-defense/) - Exodus 2:11-15 (12) The young man walked urgently down the California street. It was clear to see that he was very serious. His voice carried a long distance down the street as he called out to any one within sight, \"Repent for the kingdom of God is at hand.!\" I followed a car driven by
- [The Gift of Wisdom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-gift-of-wisdom/) - Proverbs 2:1-15 In the text for our consideration a number of If/Then propositions are made. Each of these involves the wisdom of God which is referred to repeatedly the book of Proverbs. \"Wisdom\" in Proverbs may be regarded not as a mere personification of the attribute of wisdom, but as a divine person, \"Christ the
- [Leaving the Land of Bondage](https://cogh.net/devotionals/leaving-the-land-of-bondage/) - Acts 7:35-39 (36) I was staring at my computer screen when I heard a persistent alarm bell. School had just begun a few weeks before at Kansas City College and Bible School. This was my first year to work at the school. Rising from my desk I stepped out of the door to see what
- [An Intercessory Prayer](https://cogh.net/devotionals/an-intercessory-prayer/) - Ex 32:30-35 (32) Great Christian leaders are people who know the power of prayer. Those who have been able to motivate intercessors are doubly blessed. Charles G. Finney, one of the most effective evangelists of the last century, met Daniel Nash early in his ministry. Father Nash, as he was called, became Finney\'s personal intercessor
- [The Benefits of Wisdom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-benefits-of-wisdom/) - Proverbs 3:1-18 Keeping the laws of God is basic to trusting the Lord with all your heart, not leaning on your own understanding, and acknowledging Him in all your ways. The Hebrew word that is translated law in verse 1 is Towrah which we often see transliterated as Torah. For the Jews, this word has
- [The Excellence of Wisdom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-excellence-of-wisdom/) - Proverbs 8:11-23; 9:10-12 Verse 13 says that if we are going to properly show our reverence to the Lord we must hate evil. In order that there is no mistake concerning what evil is, God tells us what He hates. Four designations are listed: pride, arrogancy the evil way, and the froward mouth. To understand
- [Marks of Godly Living](https://cogh.net/devotionals/marks-of-godly-living/) - Proverbs 10:1-14 Verse 1 says that a wise son will bring a disposition of joy and rejoicing to a father but a fool will cause the mother to go through the stress of the emotional sadness of grief. The comparison does not mean that the father never grieves or that the mother never rejoices. The
- [Wisdom and Social Responsibility](https://cogh.net/devotionals/wisdom-and-social-responsibility/) - Proverbs 19:1-8, 17; 22:16-23 Proverbs 19:3 has a number of choice words which give a graphic picture of what often happens in the lives of people who ruin their own lives but yet are too blind to see what is taking place. Again and again they reject the way of the Lord while planning a
- [Wisdom and Appetite](https://cogh.net/devotionals/wisdom-and-appetite/) - Proverbs 23:19-35 In our lesson material for today we are warned that the indulgence of two things will bring a person to poverty. Few people desire to be impoverished so it would be well to carefully consider what the words mean in each of these instances. We are first warned not to be wine bibbers.
- [The Peril of an Empty Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-peril-of-an-empty-life/) - Ecclesiastes 2:1-13 The despondency of the book of Ecclesiastes centers around a word that the author uses repeatedly: Vanity. Vanity - hebel - means vapor or breath. It is translated in this manner when it is used throughout the Bible with the exception of the book of Ecclesiastes where it is most often translated as
- [Reverence and Worship](https://cogh.net/devotionals/reverence-and-worship/) - Ecclesiastes 5:1-7; Psalm 84:1-4, 10 To make a vow (what we often call \"a pledge\") - nadar - is a serious thing. It should never be taken lightly. A nadar means the act of verbally devoting something or a person to the service of God. It can be positive or negative in intent. In other
- [Counsel for Right Living](https://cogh.net/devotionals/counsel-for-right-living/) - Eccl 7:1-9; 9:7-10 The writer in verse 10 makes an interesting statement. Christians like to emphasize the first clause which states, \"Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do with thy might;\" but we neglect to consider the last portion. In the last half of the sentence his fatalistic, hopeless philosophy of life becomes evident again
- [The Whole Duty of Man](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-whole-duty-of-man/) - Eccl 11:9--12:14 The despondent man of Ecclesiastes finally came to an understanding concerning what life was about. He saw what he considered to be prosperous days that were filled with pleasure and then he saw the futility of what he had come to rely upon. This realization left him without hope. He no longer trusted
- [The Testing of Job](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-testing-of-job/) - Job 1:20-22; 2:1-10 In these verses the writer informs us that Job was a model man of God. God boasted of him to Satan saying that \"there is none like him in the earth.\" What were his distinctives? What set him apart? Four things are mentioned. A look at the Hebrew words might help us
- [The Confidence of the Righteous](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-confidence-of-the-righteous/) - Job 13:15-18; 19:23-29 Job makes a sobering statement that the Church should listen to carefully. \"He also shall be my salvation: for an hypocrite shall not come before him.\" Job is simply stating that even though others do not believe me, God will prove my integrity to be genuine for He will hear me and
- [The Greatness of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-greatness-of-god/) - Job 38:4-8, 22-29; 42:1-3 No person has lived without wondering how all that is created came into existence. Job\'s description may seem simplistic to the sophisticated. It is a statement of fact and of faith. The Christian knows that it is an inspired and accurate record of actuality. Even those who are Christians will at
- [A Woman\'s Faith Rewarded](https://cogh.net/devotionals/a-womans-faith-rewarded/) - Mark 5:25-34 I did not know her, but I pastored him. Arthur\'s mother had prayed for her wicked and wayward son without ceasing for years. He was raised in a holiness home and attended a holiness church regularly all of his younger years. He was ornery but not mean. He was rebellious but not evil.
- [Delivering the Demoniac](https://cogh.net/devotionals/delivering-the-demoniac/) - Mark 5:8-14 Her possession probably resulted from attendance at seances, drug usage and an insatiable interest in rock music. She carved tattoos into her flesh with a knife. She drew pictures depicting suicide, death and horror. Her favorite topics of conversation were those dealing with the macabre. At times she was charming, docile and sweet.
- [Evil Power Broken](https://cogh.net/devotionals/evil-power-broken/) - Matthew 9:32-38 \"You did what?\" I exclaimed. \"I took my hammer and beat the windshield out of my car.\" \"Why did you do that!\" I asked. \"I can\'t seem to help it, Bro. Woods. Something just seems to come over me when I get mad.\" Cleo could not afford any more misfortune. He drank. He
- [The Demoniac Released](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-demoniac-released/) - Matthew 8:28-34 Thomas was an older man who had been saved before. Each time, he went back on his faith because of the power cigarettes had over his body. He told me \"A Christian can\'t smoke. Until I can overcome cigarettes I can\'t be a Christian.\" The church continued to pray for Thomas. Then the
- [Possessed by an Evil Spirit](https://cogh.net/devotionals/possessed-by-an-evil-spirit/) - 1 Samuel 18:6-11 My parishioner was a bitter woman. She was easily peeved. She inhaled gossip and exhaled criticism. The past wrongs that she had suffered were her favorite topic of conversation. She seldom missed church, but on the other hand she had never been a Christian. When I repeatedly spoke to her about her
- [The Lion and the Lamb](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-lion-and-the-lamb/) - Rev 5:5-10 Since I was a child I have heard the expression, \"If March comes in like a Lion it will leave like a Lamb. \" Well, March 2004 came to Kansas City like a Lion. I suppose we can expect it to leave like a Lamb. It is quite a paradox that our Lord
- [Christ\'s Mission](https://cogh.net/devotionals/christs-mission/) - Psalm 147:1-12 (3) As William Booth walked among the poor, hungry and sick people of London his heard was moved with compassion. The situation seemed to be hopeless. The people were not able to find jobs. They lived in small dilapidated quarters that were deteriorating, vermin infested and dangerous. They were lost and without a
- [Comforted by Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/comforted-by-christ/) - John 14:1-6 (1) The mental patient holding his ear close to the wall, listened intently. The attendant approached. \"Sh!\" whispered the patient, beckoning him over. The attendant pressed his ear to the wall. \"I can\'t hear a thing,\" he finally said. \"No,\" replied the patient, \"it\'s been like that all day!\" Often we are confident
- [Christ\'s Ministry](https://cogh.net/devotionals/christs-ministry/) - Acts 10:34-38 (38) In 1871 H. M. Stanley went to Africa to find and report on David Livingstone. For several months he traveled with the missionary. During this time he observed Livingstone\'s patient compassion for the African people. Except for Jesus, Livingstone had no reason to sacrifice his life for these backward people. Stanley wrote
- [Christ, Our Sin Bearer](https://cogh.net/devotionals/christ-our-sin-bearer/) - Romans 4:16-25 (25) Robert Coleman tells a gripping story in his book \"Written in Blood.\" The doctor explained to little Johnny that his sister, Mary, had the same disease he had recovered from two years earlier. Marys only chance for recovery was a transfusion from someone who had previously overcome the disease. They both had
- [Blessed in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/blessed-in-christ/) - Eph 1:4-14 (3) What does it mean to be blessed in the heavenly realm and to be the recipient of every spiritual blessing. I wish I could understand this in its entirety An old legend says that at creation the birds felt cheated and hurt because they received wings. Wings appeared to be burdens which
- [Complete in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/complete-in-christ/) - Col 2:6-12 (7) To be complete in Christ means that we are settled in our Christian experience, we are supported in our endeavor to develop in character, our faith in God is strengthened, we are learning the precepts of Scripture, and we overflow with thanksgiving to our Lord. Leighton Ford, once said, (Leadership, Vol. 4,
- [Fellowship in the Gospel](https://cogh.net/devotionals/fellowship-in-the-gospel/) - Philippians 1:1-6 (5) \"Jerry Rice, who plays for football\'s San Francisco 49ers, is considered by many experts the best receiver in the NFL. Interviewers from Black Entertainment Television once asked Rice, \"Why did you attend a small, obscure university like Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, Mississippi?\" \"Rice responded, \"Out of all the big-time
- [The Holy Spirit Given](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-holy-spirit-given/) - Acts 10:44-48 Power. Raw Power. As a boy I stood on the banks of Roaring River fishing for trout. It was severely cold. I watched the beautiful rainbow trout as they tried to determine if they wanted to strike my line. As I looked into the crystal clear water I had no idea the river
- [God\'s Power Manifested at Ephesus](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-power-manifested-at-ephesus/) - Acts 19:8-20 I stood looking at the large colorful poster on the store front. My emotions were mixed. My thoughts struggled with what I saw and read. On the poster was a picture of heavily muscled men. They wore little clothing. Their pose displayed confidence and strength. Around them were the various implements of weight
- [Idolatry Challenges Truth](https://cogh.net/devotionals/idolatry-challenges-truth/) - Acts 19:21-29 Browsing through your local Christian bookstore you will notice many titles that explain and describe false doctrines, cults and the occult. You may pick up a book about the New Age movement, Mormonism, or the Moonies. As you leaf through the books one by one you would be struck with one central consideration.
- [Riot and Rebellion against Truth](https://cogh.net/devotionals/riot-and-rebellion-against-truth/) - Acts 19:30-41 Horatio Seymour, was twice the Democratic governor of New York (1853-54, 1863-64). The Democrats even nominated Seymour as their presidential candidate in 1868, but he lost to Ulysses S. Grant. He is best known for his assertion that the Emancipation Proclamation was illegal. He also opposed military draft by the federal government saying
- [Prayer for the Church](https://cogh.net/devotionals/prayer-for-the-church/) - Rom. 8:29 A familiar slogan for young basketball lovers is \"I wanna be like Mike.\" Michael Jordan brought a new element to the game of basketball with his expertise and grace. His personality only enhanced his skill at the game. People all across the nation were charmed by him even when they did not like
- [Obeying the Word](https://cogh.net/devotionals/obeying-the-word/) - Psalm 119:1-8 (2) In this little town the speed limit was 25 mph EVERYWHERE! I was SO frustrated. Things had not gone well that morning. It was cold. My son didn\'t want to get out of bed. We soon found that it had sleeted during the night. Ice covered my windshield. Then the car wouldn\'t
- [Teaching God\'s Law](https://cogh.net/devotionals/teaching-gods-law/) - Deut. 11:18-25 (19) James S. Hewett tells that every Sunday morning the fifth graders would line up and recite a section of the creed that had been assigned to them. That continued well for awhile. Then one Sunday they began the class the same way. The first girl recited her line flawlessly: \"I believe in
- [Entrance into the Kingdom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/entrance-into-the-kingdom/) - Mark 10:13-16 Jesus was always saying things that caused people to stop to ponder. For example: \"The only way you can expect to get into the kingdom of God is to do so like a child.\" What in the world could He mean? Since we haven\'t totally understood we have hammered on the door of
- [The Parable Told](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-parable-told/) - Matt 13:1-9 (3) Jesus was always ahead of His time. Even in our own day many do not seem to either accept or realize this truth., If we can understand this little picture lesson of the receptivity of the soils then we will be more likely to have a direct influence on those whom we
- [God\'s Law of Harvest](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-law-of-harvest/) - John 12:23-27 (25) David Augsburger writes in Sticking My Neck Out that when James Calvert went out as a missionary to the cannibals of the Fiji Islands, the captain of the ship sought to turn him back. \"You will lose your life and the lives of those with you if you go among such savages,\"
- [Understanding the Parable](https://cogh.net/devotionals/understanding-the-parable/) - Mark 4:10-13 (11) A man born in the city decided to move to the country and start a chicken farm. He bought 200 baby chicks and a farmhouse with some land around it. The chickens all quickly died. He bought 200 more baby chicks. Again, they all died. Puzzled and distressed, the man wrote to
- [The Parable Explained](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-parable-explained/) - Matt 13:18-23 (18) The underlying truth is that even though we are faithful to present the gospel to the world all people will not be ready to receive it at the same time. In addition to our varying receptivity to the Word, however, is the fact that various things militate against our reception. In the
- [Saved By the Gospel](https://cogh.net/devotionals/saved-by-the-gospel/) - Acts 2:41-47 \"Now and Long Ago\" by Glen Lough, recounts the history of Marion County, West Virginia. In that account the reader is told of Frederick Ice who was an early settler on the South Branch of the Potomac River in Frederick County, Virginia. In 1752 Indians raided his cabin. They killed Frederick\'s wife Mary
- [Are You an April Fool?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/are-you-an-april-fool/) - Psa 14:1; 53:1 April Fool \'s day has been an excuse for people around the globe to try to trick their friends with practical jokes. One of the most successful attempts occurred in 1957 when the BBC news show \"Panorama \" told their audience that due to a very mild winter the spaghetti weevil had
- [Maintenance and Mission](https://cogh.net/devotionals/maintenance-and-mission/) - Eccl. 1:1-11; Matt. 28:18-20 Maintenance and mission are both necessary in order to minister effectively. When maintenance is emphasized while neglecting mission, it loses its purpose and becomes little more than a bore and a chore. When mission is emphasized at the expense of maintenance, its accomplishment is neutralized. Maintenance and mission are both necessary
- [An Exercise in Gratitude](https://cogh.net/devotionals/an-exercise-in-gratitude/) - Romans 1:21 We\'re not very good at saying \"Thank You,\" are we? We\'re like the little boy..... On his return from a birthday party his mother queried, \"Bobby, did you thank the lady for the party?\" \"Well, I was going to,\" he answered, \"But a girl ahead of me said, \'Thank You,\' and the lady
- [Teamwork](https://cogh.net/devotionals/teamwork/) - Ephesians 4:11-13(13) Conflict is sure to surface when ball hog is teamed with a better ball hog. This seems to have happened in the NBA. Chris Webber, former Sacramento Kings ball hog now plays for the Philadelphia 76ers. He has discovered that Allen Iverson is more efficient at playing the game virtually by himself. The
- [The Road to Bethlehem](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-road-to-bethlehem/) - Luke 2:8-20 Edershiem and Barclay both espouse the theory that the shepherds which visited at Jesus\' birth watched over the sacrificial sheep destined for the Temple and that these were special herders. An unblemished lamb was offered as a sacrifice to God morning and evening in the Temple. To see that the supply of perfect
- [Change of Significance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/change-of-significance/) - Matthew 9:16-17 Resolutions? Change? What is there about a new year that makes us think that something is changing? What makes us think that we will change? We make promises to ourselves that we are going to alter our behavior believing that something magically is different this time. We long for change of significance. Will
- [Confirmed Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/confirmed-love/) - Luke 24:36-53 I could not get it. My head had begun to hurt proving that my brain was stretched beyond its normal boundary. I had carefully followed the procedure. I had worked the problem over and over. I had even tried some creative ways to come to a suitable solution. Finally my pride had to
- [Challenged Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/challenged-love/) - Luke 24:1-12 This angelic announcement was a precursor to the Great Commission. It reminds me of an embarrassing reprimand. We were on break. We had enjoyed our cookies and coffee that our wives had packed. Our nail pouches and hammers lay on the ground beside us. We told stories and laughed. It was good to
- [Called Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/called-love/) - John 21:1-17 We lost our cat. Oh, we know where he is. He is in the neighbor\'s house next to where we used to live. We lost our cat? Yes, because of love. He was a good old cat. I even kind of liked him. That is saying a LOT. My wife and boys loved
- [Committed Love](https://cogh.net/devotionals/committed-love/) - 1 Cor 1:1-20 Luke stated Acts 1:3 that the risen Lord \"shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God\" KJV A student at the University of Uruguay one day asked Josh McDowell, author of \"Evidence for
- [Want to make God mad?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/want-to-make-god-mad/) - Romans 1:18-2:16 In the comic strip, \"Wizard of Id,\" everyone knows that the king is very sensitive about the fact that he is short. It is important for the subjects of the kingdom to carefully avoid the subject of his stature. If the king can interpret any remark about his shortness as an insult dire
- [Leave and Cleave](https://cogh.net/devotionals/leave-and-cleave/) - Gen 2:24 God set the standard for the marriage covenant before there were in-laws. In spite of this fact, he did not overlook the fact that there might be problems with insecurity and dependency. Thus in Gen 2:24 God set the boundaries when He used two important words that we must never overlook or forget:
- [The Guiding Principle](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-guiding-principle/) - Matt 7:12 Have you ever been to The Golden Rule Store? Oh… I think you have. For years the J.C. Penney stores were called The Golden Rule stores. Why did they gain this distinction? Because James Cash Penney, starting with a small general merchandise store in the mining town of Kemmerer, Wyoming, in 1902, built
- [You Don\'t Need More Faith](https://cogh.net/devotionals/you-dont-need-more-faith/) - Lk 17:5; Matt. 17:15-16 Thomas Carlyle said, \"The greatest of faults, I should say, is to be conscious of none. C.H. Spurgeon said, \"There are two sins of man that are bred in the bone, and that continually come out in the flesh. One is self dependence and the other is self exaltation. It is
- [Liberty Limits](https://cogh.net/devotionals/liberty-limits/) - 1 Cor 10:19-23 (22) It seemed like I was constantly getting into fights. As a ten or eleven-year-old boy I was not aggressive, abrasive or argumentative. I thought I was a nice guy. Older students at my elementary school, however, continued to pick on me. It didn\'t help that I had not lost a fight.
- [Reason and Rules](https://cogh.net/devotionals/reason-and-rules/) - Romans 14:13-16 (15) David and Jonathan both played soccer. Ben was four-years-old and this season he would be able to play as well. I signed him up with a team in the pee wee league and took him to the first practice. As a proud father I stood to the side and listen as the
- [Pleasing the God of Patience and Consolation](https://cogh.net/devotionals/pleasing-the-god-of-patience-and-consolation/) - Romans 15:1-6 (5) Cleo could be so frustrating! He was saved from sins that were even considered socially disgusting. He and his family all came to God. It pumped new life into our church. We saw redemptive lift in action as a family was literally lifted from the gutter to a place of acceptance and
- [The Sacrifice of Thanksgiving](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-sacrifice-of-thanksgiving/) - Psalm 116:12-19 (17) We had just been given a fairly late model car. Actually I bought it. I was told that if I wanted the car I should add a dollar a month to my missionary giving that year. I was overwhelmed. After driving a junker the thought of driving something respectable was delectable. After
- [Just Get Along](https://cogh.net/devotionals/just-get-along/) - 1 Peter 3:8-11 (8) In Sri Lanka, more than 30,000 people were killed. But all the elephants, deer and other wild animals survived, says H. D. Ratnayake, deputy director of that nation\'s wildlife department. In the 12 hours before Hurricane Charley hit Florida, 14 electronically tagged sharks off Sarasota who had never left their home
- [The Great Giver](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-great-giver/) - John 3:16 No one can out give God. He began at Creation. There He gave mankind life. He gave all that was necessary to sustain human life. Beyond that He gave mankind a chance and a choice whereby humanity could have a great life enjoying an intimate relationship with God. The human race failed to
- [Buried With Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/buried-with-christ/) - Rom 6:1-4 (4) All Christians have their baptismal stories. Let me tell you mine. I had been saved for some time and was endeavoring to live for the Lord. I wished, however, to give a symbolic public testimony to the fact that I had made a commitment to follow Jesus all of my life. Therefore,
- [Faithfulness in Endurance](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-endurance/) - Matt 10:16-23 (22) As I considered this topic my mind traveled many miles from Kansas City. In an instant I was in an cozy cottage in Cuba, AL on the campus of the Southern Annual Camp. There Rev. and Mrs. Troy Moore resided. For years he was a faithful warrior of the cross. He brought
- [Faithfulness in Doctrine](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-doctrine/) - 2 Tim 2:12-19 (15) Some people, somehow demand respect in their humility. Dr. Omar Lee is such a man. He earned this respect in classroom and pulpit. I and many of his other ministerial students who sat in his classes at Kansas City College and Bible School hold him in high esteem. One reason this
- [Faithfulness in Persecution](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-persecution/) - Acts 4:23-30 (24) In our affluent society it is difficult to find a person who has been truly persecuted for Christ\'s sake. We are pampered and spoiled. Our view of the Tribulation Period is probably skewed because we have not run in terror from the Secret Police. We have a filtered mental image of trial
- [Faithfulness in Labor](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-labor/) - Luke 16:10-13 (10) Who is Mr. Church of God (Holiness)? In my opinion that title should be given to Dr. I. C. Holland. He has served the Lord in the Church of God (Holiness) from an early age and he has served well. Even while attending the University of Missouri as a young man he
- [Faithfulness in Suffering](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-suffering/) - 2 Cor 11:22-33 (30) Some days I could not remember no matter how hard I tried. I will never forget one particular day, however. I was a high school senior at Mt. Zion Bible School. Mary Kimbrough and I stood on the campus behind the boys dorm. I held the brand new book that she
- [Faithfulness in Battle](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-battle/) - Eph 6:10-18 (10) If I were to visualize the people of God in armor as prepared for battle the image of one man would quickly come to my mind. This man has blazed a trail wherever he has served. He has stood as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar in his opposition to individuals who
- [Fear the Name of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/fear-the-name-of-god/) - Deuteronomy 28:58-64(58) I am afraid of heights. No. I am terrified of heights. I needed to work on my two-story house in Kansas City. The strategy I had planned didn=t slow down the elephants tromping around in my stomach. I purchased some eye hooks, clamps and strap. Reaching the second story I would screw the
- [Bless the Name of the Lord](https://cogh.net/devotionals/bless-the-name-of-the-lord/) - Psalm 72:17-19 (17) The knight kneeling before his lord is a picture that brings feelings of nobleness to our mind. The person of Asian decent bowing the head and stooping to those to whom he wishes to show respect causes us to have feelings of admiration and appreciation. The European man kneeling on one knee
- [Jehovah Tsidkenu (Our Righteousness)](https://cogh.net/devotionals/jehovah-tsidkenu-our-righteousness/) - Jeremiah 23:1-8 (6) Loren D McBain writes in Leadership magazine (Vol 15 no 3) that in a NCAA cross-country championship 123 of the 128 runners missed a turn. Mike Delcavo did not miss the turn. Rather that continue alone with the other seven who now had a greater chance to win since the 123 would
- [Praise His Name Continually](https://cogh.net/devotionals/praise-his-name-continually/) - Psalm 113:1-3 (2) I sat in the Los Angeles Ram\'s stadium. I was awed by the excitement of worship that permeated the atmosphere. Sixty-five thousand men had sung praises to God in beautiful harmony. Sixty-five thousand men had lifted their voices to God in prayer. Sixty-five thousand men had pored over their open Bibles in
- [Jehovah Jireh (Will Provide)](https://cogh.net/devotionals/jehovah-jireh-will-provide/) - Gen 22:5-14 (14) I was fascinated as the ranching couple told of the miraculous hand of God that had blessed their lives. On one occasion they leased some drills on a buy/lease program. After several years they could buy the drills for the salvage price. They needed the drills in order to plant their seed.
- [Jehovah Shalom (Peace)](https://cogh.net/devotionals/jehovah-shalom-peace/) - Judges 6:19-24 (24) Jesus stands up in the boat. The stormy waves wash over the deck. He rubs sleep from His all seeing eyes. The disciples clutch at the mast with one hand and bail water with the other. He expresses an exasperated request, \"Please be still.\" The winds and waves turn pink in frustrated
- [Jehovah Nissi (My Banner)](https://cogh.net/devotionals/jehovah-nissi-my-banner/) - Exodus 17:9-16 (15) Navy officer, Lt. Commander Mike Christian was one of the brave but unfortunate POW\'s during the Vietnam war. One day he began to gather pieces of red and white cloth. He used a piece of bamboo to make a needle and laboriously sewed a United States flag on the inside of his
- [Crucifed With Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/crucifed-with-christ/) - Gal 2:17-21 (20) I have been at the head of a casket many times. Each time as the mourners passed by I tried to see inside of their soul. I have seen them tremble violently. I have seen them cry freely. I have seen them wail mournfully. And yet, one woman made an indelible impression
- [Faithfulness In Service](https://cogh.net/devotionals/faithfulness-in-service/) - 2 Tim 2:20-26 (24) Dr. C. E. Cowen was a big man. Not only was he of large frame physically but he was also large in spiritual and intellectual impact. He was an influential man and moved freely among the holiness peoples of different movements. He was respected and loved. Something that should not be
- [Where Do I Find God?](https://cogh.net/devotionals/where-do-i-find-god/) - Psalm 73:28 - \"But it is good for me to draw near to God...\" Adam and Eve walked in the garden with God. Enoch walked with God. We are encouraged in the Bible to walk with God. 1 John 1:7 says, \"But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we
- [Believing on the Lord](https://cogh.net/devotionals/believing-on-the-lord/) - Acts 11:19-24 Did you know that the strongest muscle in the body is the tongue? It\'s true. You can believe it! Did you know that reindeer eat moss because it contains a chemical that keeps their body fluids warm and acts like anti-freeze? It\'s true. You can believe! Did you know that the oldest playable
- [The Pathos of God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/the-pathos-of-god/) - 2 Chronicles 7:13,14 \"If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; If my people, humble themselves and pray and seek my face, then will I hear…\" Year after year, king after king, the people rebelled
- [Children Are Included](https://cogh.net/devotionals/children-are-included/) - Mk 10:13-(16) We sat at the kitchen table trying to play a board game with our friends. I was mildly irritated. The annoyance had been gradually building throughout the evening. Their little child was insisting that she be included in the game. We knew that she could not comprehend the rules or the concept of
- [Drawn By the Father](https://cogh.net/devotionals/drawn-by-the-father/) - Jn 6:43-51 (44) FORTUNE, a leader among American business publications, also provides conferences for senior executives of the nation\'s corporations. Bringing together leaders from a variety of fields, including top corporate executives, economists, technologists, entertainers, scientists and government officials they encourage the generation of ideas regarding the trends that embrace all within the larger context.
- [Works Glorify God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-glorify-god/) - 1 Peter 2:11-15 (12) Another one had come to our door. I looked up at my mother as she talked to the bedraggled man through the screen door. I heard him say, \"I’m hungry. Could you spare some food for me?\" Without hesitation she answered, \"Yes. Sit down on the porch while I prepare you
- [Put Off the Old Man](https://cogh.net/devotionals/put-off-the-old-man/) - Col. 3:5-11 (5). Fascinated, I watched the little caterpillar crawling slowly, laboriously along. It seemed that it would take it forever to get to its destination. It didn\'t even know it was crawling through the dirt! Neither did it realize it was very vulnerable to the hungry birds. The little creature just continued to do
- [Put On Christlikeness](https://cogh.net/devotionals/put-on-christlikeness/) - Col. 3:12-17 (12) When the caterpillar began to break through the crust of his cocoon he looked different! It was amazing! A change had taken place. Now he had wings! He was beautiful! No longer was he satisfied to crawl through the dirt. Now he would soar daintily in the breeze above the disgusting filth
- [Practical Holy Living](https://cogh.net/devotionals/practical-holy-living/) - Rom. 12:9-21 (16) She walked with brisk steps into the guest bedroom. There was just enough light to see where she could place her suitcase. Then suddenly she saw the other person! She jumped back and whirled around in surprise. There looking at her was her own reflection in the full length wall mirror. I
- [God\'s Way of Wisdom](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-way-of-wisdom/) - Jas. 3:13-18 (17) I just saw holiness walking in shoe leather. An unhappy but holy student just left my office. He came to contest a decision an employee had made. As I listened to the explanation and request, the matter seemed to be reasonable. I wondered at the rigid inflexibility of my employee. I turned
- [Separation](https://cogh.net/devotionals/separation/) - Heb 7:25-28 (26) Our attention was riveted on our friend who claimed strange magical powers. Before us on the table was a saucer. Our magical had just poured water into the saucer. After that he picked up the pepper shaker and proceeded to dash pepper on the water. His claim was that he was going
- [Transformed Living](https://cogh.net/devotionals/transformed-living/) - 1 Cor. 6:9-20 (20) When something or someone is transformed they are radically altered. I remember it well. We were enjoying the fiery message as Ernie Trotter the Irish evangelist preached to the crowd during General Camp and Overland Park, Kansas. The atmosphere was intense as we listened carefully to his proclamation of the gospel.
- [Strangers and Pilgrims](https://cogh.net/devotionals/strangers-and-pilgrims/) - Heb. 11:1-13 (13) Have you ever been to a foreign country? The only countries that I have been in beside the United States of America include Canada, Mexico, Grand Cayman, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Myanmar (Burma). I had the same experience in all of these foreign countries. Although my visits to these foreign countries were
- [God\'s Presence in Zion](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-presence-in-zion/) - Zeph 3:14-20 (17) I remember as a small child coming home from school on a particular afternoon. I began to call out to my mother. It seemed that I sensed something was wrong. Something was missing. I sensed an emptiness in the house. I sensed a stark coldness of aloneness. I felt the pang of
- [Works Enrich Life](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-enrich-life/) - 1 Tim 6:17-21 (18) I asked myself, \"Has my life ever been enriched by the good works of another?\" Yes, I must say that my life has been enriched. Just by knowing Floyd (Elmer) Lawrence, and watching his life I have been tremendously enriched. Let me try to explain by giving you a thumbnail sketch...
- [Works, An Example](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-an-example/) - Acts 9:36-42 (36) As the old story goes, a wood cutter became very angry because his wife failed to put salt in his morning porridge. After a heated argument he went to work in a foul mood. Still infuriated he lashed out at a tree with such force that his axe head flew off. At
- [God\'s Delight in Zion](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-delight-in-zion/) - Isa 62:1-5 (3) Before Merlin became the advisor to King Arthur, he led a war band throughout Briton in an effort to free them from the marauding bands of barbarians. During this time he met the illegitimate son of a neighboring king. The young man was the shame of his father and wished to be
- [God\'s Provision for Zion](https://cogh.net/devotionals/gods-provision-for-zion/) - Isa. 62:6-9 (9) I was interested to hear a friend tell how he escaped from bankruptcy. Before this difficult time, his house and 20 acres seemed to be rather insignificant. While he was going through the time, however, these possessions seemed to be rather valuable. More valuable than this was his reputation and his Christian
- [Salvation Comes to Zion](https://cogh.net/devotionals/salvation-comes-to-zion/) - Isa 62:10-12 (11) While pastoring in Tennessee my wife and I both drove school buses to supplement our income. One morning my wife stopped at a rural intersection. She looked to the left at the distant hill, back to the level stretch on her right and then again to the left before entering the empty
- [Works Demonstrate Faith](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-demonstrate-faith/) - James 2:21-26 (26) ...\"For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.\" \"I would not be doing this if it were not for God.\" Have you heard someone make this statement? This is true for Bill as well. His great faith demand good works and his good works
- [Walking with God](https://cogh.net/devotionals/walking-with-god/) - Micah 4:1-5 (5) \"For all people will walk every one in the name of his god, and we will walk in the name of the Lord our God for ever and ever.\" Our family owned a large dog. She was a mix between a German Shepherd and a Chow. She was very big and very playful. It was almost dangerous to step into our backyard. Finish Reading
- [Works Challenge Others](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-challenge-others/) - Philippians 4:1-5 (3) ... \"And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those...which labored with me in the gospel...\" Some people might call him a workaholic. Finish Reading
- [Made One in Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/made-one-in-christ/) - Eph 2:(18)-22 Have you ever noticed the elastic nature of love? My wife and I were happily married for five years before David was born. I thought my heart would burst with love. I guess that proud pain I was feeling was the stretching of my love to include another member in the family. But it happened again. Finish Reading
- [Reigning with Christ](https://cogh.net/devotionals/reigning-with-christ/) - Rev. 10:1-6 (1) \"...And I saw...\" Eleven-year-old prince Arthur was amazed! This had to be the highest mountain in the world. The entourage stopped their horses long enough to look at the magnificent sight. Immediately Arthur wanted to know. \"Has anyone climbed it?\" No one had. It wasn\'t possible. That was all that was needed
- [Works Commanded](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-commanded/) - Romans 13:1-5 (3) ... \"Do that which is good...\" Maybe you have heard the old expression? \"You can drag a horse to water, but you can\'t make him drink.\" Yes, and the same holds true for good works. God commands that we do good works but it is only those who love Him who will
- [Works a Pattern](https://cogh.net/devotionals/works-a-pattern/) - Titus 2:6-10 (7) I was amazed. It was work day ... the first work day since I had come to pastor the church. The place was crawling with people carrying ladders, paint brushes, electric drills and hammers. Why wasn\'t this \"normal\" in other places. Why wasn\'t this like other places where the pastor and one
- [Prayer for Sanctification](https://cogh.net/devotionals/prayer-for-sanctification/) - I really have nothing against Ramblers. In fact, I liked our fire engine red \"Hornet\" Rambler. The only problem was that I worked on it all the time to keep it going. One of the men of the church must have noticed that the pastor\'s car was often on ramps Finish Reading

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- [Church of God (Holiness)](https://cogh.net/) - Church of God (Holiness) The mission of the Church of God (Holiness) is to exalt Christ, equip the Church, and evangelize the world. Access COGH Departments for more information.
- [About Church of God Holiness](https://cogh.net/about-church-of-god-holiness/) - The Church of God (Holiness) is an association of autonomous congregations. They are held together by common beliefs and an annual General Convention.
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- [Departments](https://cogh.net/departments/) - Departments, Various departments of the general church exist to support and resource the local church. Learn more about the various departments of the Church of God (Holiness).
- [General Camp](https://cogh.net/general-camp/) - General Camp The General Camp of the Churches of God (Holiness) seeks to provide the constituency with yearly opportunities for growth, discipleship, and camaraderie. Each year’s General Camp features ministry to God’s people through both well-qualified and anointed ministers of the Gospel who are able to preach the Word and through carefully selected and talented
- [Contact](https://cogh.net/contact/) - Contact Us for more information on Churches, Schools or any other topics you would like to discuss. This site provides information about and connects you to the various ministries and churches associated with the COGH.
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- [Church Resources](https://cogh.net/church-resources/) - Church Resources - Are you in need of resources for your local church or personal enrichment and spiritual growth? We have compiled some resources that you might find to be helpful.
- [Bible Study Resource Library](https://cogh.net/bible-study-resource-library/) - Bible Study Resource Library - Are you in need of resources for your local church or personal enrichment and spiritual growth? We have compiled some resources that you might find to be helpful.
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- [COGH Foundation](https://cogh.net/cogh-foundation/) - The Church of God (Holiness) Foundation is a legally-registered Missouri Public Benefit Corporation formed for these purposes.
- [Harmony Hill](https://cogh.net/harmony-hill/) - Harmony Hill - The purpose of this organization is to minister to the needs of young people and to aid them in spiritual development.
- [Herald & Banner Press](https://cogh.net/herald-banner-press/) - The Herald and Banner Press is dedicated to the spreading of God's Holy Word throughout the world and to the lifting up of the name of Jesus Christ to those who come within our reach.
- [Kansas Christian College](https://cogh.net/kansas-christian-college/) - Kansas Christian College, Formerly known as Kansas City College and Bible School, KCC has been training men and women for service in the Kingdom of God since 1938.
- [Home Missions](https://cogh.net/home-missions/) - Home Missions - Our mission is to exalt Christ, equip the Church, and evangelize the world. Through the power of the Gospel, lives are being changed, marriages strengthened, and unconditional love is being demonstrated to a world in need of Christ.
- [About](https://cogh.net/about/) - About Us - Church of God (Holiness). About Us, Our History, Statement of Faith and Holiness Heroes.
- [D.M. Yocum](https://cogh.net/d-m-yocum/) - D.M. Yocum - Holiness Heroes. On October 19, 1919, the little town of Bynumville, MO grew by two. Dale and Dorothy were born to Delmar and Olive Yocum.
- [A.C. Watkins](https://cogh.net/a-c-watkins/) - A.C. Watkins - Holiness Heroes. Aura Clay Watkins, the youngest son of Rev. John F. and Laura Ann Watkins, was born at College Mound, Missouri, August 24, 1885.
- [F.M. Sumpter](https://cogh.net/f-m-sumpter/) - F.M. Sumpter - Holiness Heroes. One of the evidences of a life lived well is that many can point to that man as the one who made a difference in their life, Rev. Sumpter was such a man.
- [Morey Shaver](https://cogh.net/morey-shaver/) - Morey Shaver - Holiness Heroes. On December 31, 1874, Samuel Brainard Mount was married to Ema Jane Pattison. They set up housekeeping on a 80-acre farm about eight miles southeast of Crawfordsville, Indiana.
- [Paul H. McGehee](https://cogh.net/paul-h-mcgehee/) - Paul H. McGehee - Holiness Heroes. Paul H. McGehee was born November 4, 1898, in Nevada, Missouri. He was the eighth child in a family that, beside the parents, included thirteen children.
- [R.L. Kimbrough](https://cogh.net/r-l-kimbrough/) - R.L. Kimbrough - Holiness Heroes. Ray Lloyd Kimbrough was an individual of many talents and capabilities. Throughout a long and fruitful life he served the Church of God (Holiness) as pastor, missionary, administrator, editor and writer, and educator.
- [I.C. Holland](https://cogh.net/i-c-holland/) - I.C. Holland - Holiness Heroes. Dr. Isham C. Holland was born on a farm in Callaway County, Missouri on December 9, 1917. His relatives settled the old farm place in 1817, four years before Missouri became a state.
- [C.E. Cowen](https://cogh.net/c-e-cowen/) - C.E. Cowen - Holiness Heroes. Doc Cowen was a big man. He was a big man in stature but also a big man in the eyes of others. He truly loved God and the message of holiness. Without question he was a hero of the faith.
- [J.P. Brooks](https://cogh.net/j-p-brooks/) - J.P. Brooks - Holiness Heroes. John Petit Brooks was born July 24, 1826, at Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Samuel S. Brooks, who then owned and published the Crisis, a Democratic newspaper published in support of Van Buren.
- [Holiness Heroes](https://cogh.net/holiness-heroes/) - It is our intention in this section to turn the spotlight on some heroes of holiness in the Church of God (Holiness). Some of them will be familiar faces and names.
- [Statement of Faith](https://cogh.net/statement-of-faith/) - Statement Of Faith. There is one God, who is infinite, sovereign, eternal, and the creator of everything. He is holy in His attributes and His nature.
- [COGH History](https://cogh.net/cogh-history/) - The Church of God (Holiness) began on March 29, 1883 with the founding of the Centralia, MO Church. The mission of the Church of God (Holiness) is to exalt Christ, equip the Church, and evangelize the world.
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