Author: Rev. Dr. James Taylor III | The Farmville Herald

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The Word: God’s ‘Whoever’ policy

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in ... Read more

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The Word: No matter how bad the storm, he’s there

“But the boat was now in the middle of the sea, tossed by the waves, for the wind ... Read more

Emmanuel

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The Word w/ James Taylor: They shall call his name Emmanuel

“And shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is: “God ... Read more

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The Word — Great joy upon the Savior’s arrival

“For the son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives but to save them.” — Luke ... Read more

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The Word — Alone with Jesus: He has a question to ask you

He saith to him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? And Peter saith Lord ... Read more

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The Word — Overcoming the red flags of life

God is faithful: He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you ... Read more

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The Word — Hello Friend, Are You Lonely?

To have friends, one must show themselves friendly. Pr. 17:17 One of the many challenges that are so ... Read more

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The Word — I look to you Lord

For we are powerless against this great multitude who are coming against us; nor do we know what ... Read more

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The miracle of the Lord’s mercies

“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are ... Read more

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True soldiers in the army of the Lord

“Finally, my brethren be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the ... Read more

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Put it all in the Lord’s hands

“And they said unto him, we have here but five loaves, and two fishes. 18. He said, Bring ... Read more

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We must pass the test

Then was Jesus led up of the spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. And ... Read more

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The joy of the Lord is our strength

During this season of uncertainty caused by this pandemic of COVID-19, I have had numerous conversations with many ... Read more

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The resurrection is our sustaining power forever

We are now on the other side of Easter and the blessed hope of the resurrection is again ... Read more

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What is it you want Jesus to do for you?

“And Jesus said to him, “What do you want me to do for you?” And the blind man ... Read more

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God’s assurance of safe passage

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, ... Read more

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Have confidence and trust in the Lord

Doing your best with what you have. 1 Sam. 17:40 – 52 As we navigate the early stages ... Read more

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Reflections on the true meaning of the Savior’s arrival

“For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives but to save them.” Luke 9:56 ... Read more

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The impact of the shadow you cast

“And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; In so ... Read more

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The amazing depth of joy

Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again, Rejoice! Phil. 4:4 We live in a world ... Read more

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Will the ‘Golden Rule’ please take a stand

Therefore, all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them. ... Read more

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THE WORD: Alone with Him

Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Luke 5:16 You’re busy. I would suggest that is not ... Read more

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THE WORD: Jesus to the rescue

Lord, have mercy on my son; for he is lunatic, and sore vexed: for oftentimes he falleth into ... Read more

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THE WORD: A call to sing

Sing to Him; Sing Songs unto Him. 1 Chronicles 16:9a. This is not an advertisement to audition for ... Read more

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THE WORD: The greatness of the Good Shepherd

I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John 10:11 kjv. Greatness ... Read more

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THE WORD: Are you truly abiding in Christ?

“If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will and ... Read more

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THE WORD: Love God first

“Take good heed therefore unto yourselves; that ye love the LORD your God.” Joshua 23: 11 KJV. The ... Read more