Author Archives: parklinscomb

The proverbs of the Bible were intended not only as principles to guide everyday living, but were used also like proverbs are used today in English, to explain various situations in life. As you read through these proverbs today, think … Continue reading →

No, I’m not talking about choosing the right spouse. That’s important, too, of course; but Proverbs 7-9 contrasts two courses for a young man personified as women. The adulteress — The first course a young man might take is personified as … Continue reading →

You are hopefully in the midst of reading the whole Bible through in a year, with this blog as a brief, reflective commentary. But another Bible reading regimen that could be very worthy would be one that I heard using … Continue reading →

Today begins the book of Proverbs. I’ll have to say right here at the start that there is a lot of really, really great stuff in here that I’ll not be able to address in my comments. If I manage … Continue reading →

Each of these psalms begin and end with the phrase, “Praise the LORD.” It is the English translation of a Hebrew word we are familiar with, “Hallelujah”. If you’re reading the King James Version of the Bible, you’ll notice “Hallelujah” starts … Continue reading →

It’s VBS week at the  Manchester NH church of Christ. Busy, busy, busy — but also pretty great at the same time. For that reason, however, this posting will be reasonably brief — all those of you who know me, … Continue reading →

Christianity takes a heaping measure of courage. The world seldom realizes it, believing that Christianity is for the humble, gentle, and the timid of heart. But how many of the world would invite the scrutiny and rebuke that these psalms … Continue reading →

I’m writing this post on a Sunday evening. This Sunday was no ordinary Sunday, however, today good brother and elder in the Lord’s church finished fighting his good fight and went to meet His Lord. Duane Coss died at about … Continue reading →

Today is the Lord’s Day. I hope that wherever you are, you are worshiping the Lord and enjoying the fellowship of God’s people. In fact, now that I mention it… Unity between brothers (Psalm 133) — I think I may … Continue reading →