A Taste of Grace with Bruce Green

The Music of Heaven

Beatrice Harrison was an accomplished British cellist of the last century whose peak performing years were in the period between the two world wars. One summer evening in 1924, she was practicing in her garden when she stopped and restarted several times. The reason? There was a nightingale that began singing along with her—echoing partsContinue reading “The Music of Heaven”

About

I was a teaching minister for forty-five years, serving churches in Alabama, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. Retired, I now live in Searcy, Arkansas, where I continue to write, teach (a little), contribute to our church and community, and enjoy our grandchildren. My wife, Janice, and I are originally from north Alabama (Huntsville & Madison). WeContinue reading “About”

A substitute for prayer?

“I’m sending positive thoughts your way.” Let’s start by acknowledging the good will and intent behind these words. People say such things because they are concerned about someone in difficult circumstances and they want to voice their support for them. We’ve all been in this situation and know the powerlessness you feel—someone you care aboutContinue reading “A substitute for prayer?”

Peace Out

I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. (John 16:33) These words were spoken by a man being pursued by authorities who wanted to put Him to death (John 11:53-54). More to the point, HeContinue reading “Peace Out”

And that’s the way it is!

Walter Cronkite was news anchor for CBS from the early 1960’s to the early 80’s. He walked a generation through their share of difficult times: the assassinations of President Kennedy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Senator Robert Kennedy. There were watershed events like the Civil Rights Movement, the moon landing, the Vietnam War, WatergateContinue reading “And that’s the way it is!”

The Servant King

John makes it clear that Jesus was King of the Street. His record tells us that as Christ approached Jerusalem, the pilgrims went out to meet Him. They proclaimed Him to be, “King of Israel” (12:13) while He was still on the road leading into the city. And yet, John also lets us know thatContinue reading “The Servant King”

Falling into fruitfulness

The grain of wheat has to fall. We are are born with two fears—the fear of loud noises and the fear of falling. The sensation of falling is uncomfortable. Think of when you’re in an elevator and it “drops” a little or when you’re in an airplane and it does the same thing. We don’tContinue reading “Falling into fruitfulness”

Scared of the stink

Martha was scared of the stink. When Jesus said to “Take away the stone” from Lazarus’ tomb, Martha shot back with, “But Lord, by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days” (John 11:39). We do this godly lady an injustice if we see these words as reflecting aContinue reading “Scared of the stink”

Opening the Bible

Getting Started In The Scripture Through the Bible in 1 Year Scripture And Sexuality Genesis Exodus Leviticus Numbers Deuteronomy Joshua Judges Ruth 1 Samuel Ezra Psalms Proverbs Esther Daniel Matthew Mark Luke John Acts Romans 1 Corinthians 2 Corinthians Galatians Ephesians Philippians Colossians 1 Thessalonians 2 Thessalonians 1 Timothy 2 Timothy Titus Hebrews James 1Continue reading “Opening the Bible”

1 Corinthians

Paul, Apollos and Corinth (background) Rooting ourselves in community (1) Not Trending On Twitter (1:21) When the Church tries to be Cool (1) (1) When the Church tries to be Cool (2) (1) When the Church tries to be Cool (3) (1) Staying on the Same Page (1) (1) Staying on the Same Page (2)Continue reading “1 Corinthians”