Month: May 2021

Most people and couples pretty much follow the patterns they learned from their parents. They seem to know no other way. They are often unaware of these patterns because they seem normal to them. The Apostle Paul proclaimed a “more excellent way.” the excellent way of love.

The Corinthian church was always his problem church. They were many different nationalities and languages. There were often prejudices and clicks. He offered many instructions on how to keep peace and minimize confusion in 1 Corinthians 12 and 14. However, I Corinthians 12:31b we read, “yet shew I unto you a more excellent way.” This phrase is actually the title to Chapter 13, most people know as, “The Love Chapter” of the Bible. No matter how right one may be in doctrine, knowledge, faith, giving and dedication, if God’s Love (agape) is absent, it is all for nothing and vanity (worthless). God’s agape love never faileth (vs. 8) Before believers were known as Christians, they were called, “The People of the Way.” Jesus said in John 13:34, “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. 35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.” Couples and families must keep Godly love the priority over who is right or wrong. Seek God’s, “More Excellent Way,” rather than your own way. Then peace and joy will abide in your hearts and homes.

Dr. Bill Haynes, D.Min., Ph.D.

PO Box 55221, Tulsa, Ok., 74155

918-252-7758

Since God created us, He knows what is best for us. He has also given us the Book of Books, the Holy Bible, God’s infallible Word. In the Bible we have very practical truths that help us deal with all of life’s troubles.

In Hebrews 12:5-11 states, “My son, do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when He rebukes you, 6 because the Lord disciplines those He loves, and He punishes everyone He accepts as a son.” 7 Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons. For what son is not disciplined by his father? 8 If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline), then you are illegitimate children and not true sons. 9 Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live! 10 Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in His holiness. 11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.

If you want to teach your child, “respect,” then discipline them. I believe in both positive and negative discipline. I strongly oppose child abuse and beating of children. However, the Bible plainly speaks of negative discipline as being good for children. It teaches them respect. Most young people today have hear the word, “respect.” However, they do not have a clue what it means. Love them enough to say, no and discipline as needed.

Dr. Bill Haynes, D.Min., Ph.D.

PO Box 55221, Tulsa, Ok., 74155

918-252-7758

Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Each new year I face and each year I look back, I realize that I need to learn to lean on Jesus and His power and righteousness to become more fruitful, powerful and efficient. I love that old hymn, “Learning to Lean.”

“Learning to Lean, Learning to Lean

I’m Learning to Lean on Jesus

Finding More Power Than I’d Ever Dreamed

I’m Learning to Lean on Jesus”

This year I am determined to lean on Jesus for more than ever before. If you can keep your vertical relationship healthy and filled with faith and love, your horizontal relationships will be more healthy and loving. We must lean on Jesus to have more power in this new uncertain year. We must live by faith and not be controlled by Satan and fear. Trust in the Lord and lean not unto your own understanding. He will direct your paths this New Year. Allow Jesus to be Lord of your church, marriage, home and heart.

Dr. Bill Haynes, D.Min., Ph.D.

918-252-7758 PO Box 55221 Tulsa, Ok., 74155