...But it doesn’t apply to me...

Romans 3: 19 “Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it saith to them who are under the law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God.”We were working a mission project in a mountainous area.

Hearing God speak—avoiding the trap of sensationalism

When it comes to hearing God’s voice, we must guard against extravagant claims. There are preachers who claim that God is talking to us all the time. This says way too much; and by raising an erroneous standard, can unwittingly burden the believer.

...The front porch...

There is something special about the front porch. Perhaps the nostalgia comes from growing up watching shows like 'The Andy Griffith Show' and 'The Waltons.

...A confused, unloyal Delilah...

Samson was born with a purpose from before he was even conceived in his mother’s womb. His mother, the wife of Manoah, was “barren and childless.” An angel of the Lord appeared unto Samson’s mother and prophesied that she would conceive a son and that he shall be a Nazarite from the womb.

...Zion Chosen...

Remember in David’s favor, All the hardships that he endured; But You, O Lord, had not ignored All the afflictions that out-poured.How he swore to You and had vowed, Unto You as the Mighty One; Looking up I had seen a cloud, That started to cover the sun.

...Arise, O LORD...

“Arise, O LORD, in Your anger; lift yourself up because of the rage of my enemies; rise up for me to the judgment You have commanded! So the congregation of the peoples shall surround You; for their sakes, therefore return on high.

Tips to spot garden pest, stop crop damage

Homegrown tomato lovers, beware. A sneaky pest may be lurking in your garden, which could be why your fruit turns tough, blemished or completely inedible.Leaf-footed bugs are appearing in gardens across the South, and they’re especially drawn to tomatoes.

USDA suspends Mexican livestock imports over screwworm concerns

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) suspended livestock imports from Mexico to prevent the spread of the New World screwworm (NWS) into the U.S.“Due to the threat of New World screwworm, I am announcing the suspension of live cattle, horse and bison imports through U.S.

Cotton market pressure remains, trade deal looms

Outside markets and ongoing headlines continue to pressure the cotton market. However, signs of a potential trade deal this week offered a rare dose of optimism.Next week brings USDA’s first official look at the 2025/26 crop year.

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