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On every trip, decisions are made. Along the road of life, we inevitably face intersections and decisions about which way to go. It is at those moments that we must live by faith, asking God for wisdom and believing that He will never lead in the wrong direction. It is our hope that each article on the blog will encourage you to keep enjoying the journey…and look for Jesus along the way.

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Journey Through 2 Corinthians

Journey Through 2 Corinthians Many years ago, William Burns was asked, “Are you ready to preach?” His answer: “Not yet. I have not yet got a morsel for myself.” Burns understood that his own soul must be fed if he was to pass the bread on to anyone else. Keep that account in mind as…

I Am Thine, O Lord

Hymn History: I Am Thine, O Lord

“Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed...
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The Power of Gospel Tracts by Pastor Tom Sexton

We are blessed to have many friends at Enjoying the Journey. One of our dearest friends is Pastor Tom Sexton, in Cape Coral, FL. He...
Near to the Heart of God was written during this time of tremendous human suffering and sadness in the family of Cleland McAfee.

Hymn History: Near to the Heart of God

Hymn History: Near to the Heart of God "The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him...
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Calling All Evangelists!

It is a great privilege to serve Christ in any way. The highest calling on earth is not the calling to be a preacher, but...
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BE a Witness!

Over time believers tend to reduce their Christian lives to a list of things "to do." This was the error of the Pharisees and is...
Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus

Hymn History: Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus

"Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong." - 1 Peter 1:18-19 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts...
The Best Hedge Against Inflation, money, currency, Christians and inflation

The Best Hedge Against Inflation

The Best Hedge Against Inflation Today there is one undeniable reality: inflation. Everyone has their opinion about the cause. Everyone has someone to blame -...
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“Revival Praying” Bible App Plan Now Available

Throughout the past few months, we have made available several Bible study plans through the Bible App. Again, while we do not align with this...
This is the only hymn ever written in a drugstore. For decades, millions of Americans have sung the lyrics to his famous hymn: Sweet By and By

Hymn History: Sweet By and By

"In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you."...
'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus

Hymn History: ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus

"For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth." - Psalm 71:5 We are thrilled to share a series...
Tell Mother I'll Be There

Hymn History: Tell Mother I’ll Be There

"Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice." - Proverbs 23:25 We are thrilled to share a series...
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Books That Changed My Life by Pastor Johnny Pope

Books That Changed My Life Paul said, "Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation,...
The words to My Savior First of All were written by Fanny Crosby at the age of 71 in response to a statement by a minister that it was a pity God did not give her sight.

Hymn History: My Savior First of All

"As for me, I will behold thy face in righteousness: I shall be satisfied, when I awake, with thy likeness." - Psalm 17:15 The words to...
JESUS SAVIOR PILOT ME

Hymn History: Jesus Savior Pilot Me

"For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death." - Psalm 48:14 We are thrilled to...
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New Audio Book Now Available!

It has been a great joy living with Joseph for the last few months. Just think - we will spend eternity with all of these...
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The Next Step for our ETJ Podcast

It is a pleasure to walk through God's Word with so many of you on our daily podcast. The paths of Scripture are full of...
Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

Hymn History: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

"To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out." - John...
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A Word About This Year’s Southwide Baptist Fellowship

It was my privilege to moderate last year's Southwide Baptist Fellowship in Raleigh, NC. God gave us a very special meeting and real encouragement from...