Author Archives: Bryan Hodge

About Bryan Hodge

I am a minister and missionary to numerous countries around the world.

Holding Down The Truth

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness” (Romans 1:18, KJV). “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of … Continue reading →

A Lesson on Borrowing

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

The Bible is clear that we should be willing to lend and share, if we are able, with those in need. “A good man deals graciously and lends” (Psalm 112:5). “Give to him who asks you, and from him who … Continue reading →

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The Value of Asking Questions

Posted on June 21, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out” (Proverbs 20:5). Here is what some have said of this passage: (1) Adam Clark – “Men of the deepest and most … Continue reading →

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Peace Series: Peace and Goodwill Toward Men!

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“The Dayspring on high has visited us… to guide our feet into the way of peace” (Luke 1:78-79). The Dayspring refers to the rising of the sun. The prophets depicted the coming Messiah as a coming light (Isaiah 9:1-2 cf. Matthew … Continue reading →

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Peace Series: Righteousness and Peace Have Kissed

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“Mercy and truth have met together; righteousness and peace have kissed” (Psalm 85:10). If God demanded righteous according to truth without mercy there could be no peace. This is true because “all have sinned and fall short of the glory … Continue reading →

Posted in Jesus, Mercy, Peace, Prophecy, psalms, Textual study, Word Study | Tagged Jesus, john the baptizer, mercy, mercy and truth meet, peace, peace series, Psalm 85:10, righteousness, righteousness and peace kiss, tom wacaster, truth | Leave a comment

Peace Series: A False Sense of Peace

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“They have also healed the hurt of My people slightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace!’ when there is no peace” (Jeremiah 6:14; 8:11). God, through the prophet Jeremiah and others, had warned Judah that if they did not amend their ways, then … Continue reading →

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Five Faithful Sayings

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

Paul verbally highlighted five points for emphasis sake in the books of 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus. These are five things which should be remembered. 1. “This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus … Continue reading →

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The Man of Sin, The Son of Perdition

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“Let no one deceive you by any means, for the Day will not come unless the falling away comes first, and the man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition” (2 Thessalonians 2:3). The day under consideration is the … Continue reading →

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The AntiChrist

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

No shortage of speculation exist, and has existed, concerning the identity of the antichrist. Some have pointed to government leaders, such as Peter the Great, Napoleon, Hitler, Reagan, Gorbachev, and Obama. Others have pointed to religious leaders, such as the … Continue reading →

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Sharpen the Ax (And Use It)

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Bryan Hodge

“If the ax is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but wisdom brings success” (Ecclesiastes 10:10). This passage teaches that there is wisdom in preparation. Things go better when one has prepared … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiastes, preparation, Soul Winning, Textual study | Tagged Abraham Lincoln, ax, axe, book of eccesiastes, book of Ecclesiastes, Ecclesiastes 10:10, j.w. ferrill, sharpen ax, song a soul winner for Jesus, two mistakes in preparation | Leave a comment