Tag Archives: Don McClain

01 Apr

Becoming Like Jesus: The Patience Of Christ

APPLICATION ARTICLE | Don McClain | Bryant, Arkansas

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Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience off Christ. (2 Thessalonians 3:5, NKJV)

Introduction

“Patience Paw Paw, patience!” These words came from the backseat of our Buick Enclave not too long ago. My granddaughter gave me one of those real life, “out of the mouth of babes” experiences. Yes, I have been known to complain about how others drive. Why are so many people compelled to drive like sloths when I am in a hurry? And what is so complicated about blinkers (or directionals, according to some)? They are installed on vehicles for a reason – please use them properly. Please note, this is coming from a person who has to be told repeatedly, “Honey, your blinker is still on,” five or six miles down the road from when I turned it on (Ecclesiastes 7:21–22). Read More →

01 Jan

How Christ Relates to the Church : The Chief Shepherd

CHURCH ARTICLE | Don McClain | Bryant, Arkansas

“And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will recdeive the crown of glory that does not fade away.” (1 Peter 5:4, NKJV)

There are a variety of metaphorical expressions used in the New Testament to describe Jesus. Each one gives us a unique perspective of His various positions, roles, and relationships. Each one provides us with greater insight and thus a deeper understanding of our Lord.

One of the most familiar and relatable trades in Palestine during Bible times was that of a shepherd. Literal shepherds and their flocks are referenced often in scripture, but the concept is also used many times metaphorically to illustrate the relationship between… Read More →