http://www.westernavenue.org/blogWABC Staff Blog Updatesen-us Here is some more encouragement from Charles H. Sprugeon on your Thursday. For everyone who is preparing a sermon for this weekend, listen to Mr. Spurgeon's advice.  Remember the gospel still saves souls! "Believe in preaching the love of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118952Thu, 17 May 2012 15:02:00 ZSometimes I thank I am a good Dad. I change diapers, I wash clothes, I fix bottles, I feed babies, I wrestle with my children, we play outside, I take them places, and they seem to like me when I come home from work. Other times, I know I am a...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118937Tue, 15 May 2012 13:45:00 Z   Growing up in the south has its advantages. I can think of things such as sweet tea, good biscuits, and Cheerwine . You are blessed with a really cool accent and unbelievable cooking. We have also been blessed to have a rich heritage...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118895Fri, 11 May 2012 16:08:00 Z This is an encouraging word and reminder to all Sunday School teachers who are preparing to teach this Sunday:         Your business is not merely to teach the children in your classes to read the Bible,...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118873Thu, 10 May 2012 21:25:00 Z During college, Jonathan Leeman lived in Brussels, Belgium for five months. While in Belgium, his US passport expired. This means he had no valid documentation to prove he was a citizen of the United States. He could not leave the country and...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118881Thu, 10 May 2012 11:31:00 Z In April, I went to a conference in Louisville focused on the power of the gospel. Besides worshiping with over 7,000 people and hearing the Word of God correctly handled and boldly preached, one of the things I was looking forward to most about...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118843Tue, 08 May 2012 15:31:00 Z ***This semester, Emma has been working as an intern at WABC in partnership with Statesville Christian School.  Part of her assignment was to read a book and write a review..  Here it is!*** The book begins set in the jungles of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=118158Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:18:00 Z A new Bible of some sort has just been released and deserves to be added to the growing list of “Bibles to Be Avoided.” Others on the list include: The Green Bible -  The Green Bible will equip and encourage you to see God's vision...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=117980Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:49:00 Z The opening verse of our text provides for us a generalized understanding of faith. However, before we deal with the text, we should spend a moment attempting to understand the various components of our faith. The early church Fathers and the...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=117334Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:12:00 Z Can a person who believes on Christ go to hell? The Bible seems to teach us that it is possible to believe in Jesus and yet not be saved. This statement seems heretical to most of us because we have been raised in an evangelical culture that tells...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=117332Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:04:00 Z Kyle Idleman writes that Jesus was never concerned about the size of the crowd but with the commitment of the crowd. Many pastors are concerned almost exclusively with the size of the crowd. If you want proof, try to eavesdrop of the conversation...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=117329Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:44:00 Z Mark Driscoll wrote fifteen statements for your consideration when you discuss or think about the act of abortion. All fifteen are worth the time and effort to read and ponder and add to your understanding of this national debate. 1. Existing...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=116748Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:53:00 Z Today, Desiring God is offering Bloodlines: Race, Cross, and the Christian , The newest book by John Piper, as a free PDF download. Check out this short video, and download the book.  The offer lasts for only today.   John...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=116590Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:35:00 Z   A year or so ago, I picked up a copy of a book called The Charlatan’s Boy written by Jonathan Rogers.  I didn’t not know much about the book except for the fact that Jonathan Rogers wrote for the Rabbit Room blog (a blog that I...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=116382Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:16:00 Z In World War II, Nazi spies were exposed because they could not pronounce certain English words correctly. A similar story is found in the Bible. In Judges 12, the Ephraimites were defeated because they could not pronounce the word "Shibboleth"...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=116015Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:18:00 Z Merry Christmas. I didn't get you anything but here are some links to enjoy.  I hope we get at least as much snow as we did last year. If we do, here are seven great "tools" that will make it all the more fun for kids of every age. Now...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=116013Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:58:00 Z GOSPEL by JD Greear I love to read books. When some books are published I get excited about reading them.  They may be written by a well-known author, they may have a catchy title, or a controversial subject. Time and time again I...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=115749Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:04:00 Z It has been MONTHS since I last wrote on this topic so I decided to end it in one fell swoop. I started listing my Top Thirty Authors to show the individuals I most appreciate and reference in my ministry at Western Avenue. These men serve me in...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=115645Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:02:00 Z Haven’t put up any links in a while so here’s a quick version.  Haven’t put up any links in a while so here’s a quick version.When the Apollo 11 astronauts got back from the moon, they had to go through customs . Seriously!  Some...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=115154Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:03:00 Z Each Sunday morning the body of Christ meets all over the world to worship the risen King.  The body at Western Avenue meets twice for worship each Sunday: at 8:30 and 11:00.  We sing, we pray, and we listen to the exposited Word of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=114973Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:14:00 Z A few links I found that you might enjoy as well: Now here’s a smart idea (HT: Mike Cline).  By now you’ve probably all seen the “Little Preacher.”   I’d be curious to know your thoughts on the appropriateness of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=114511Thu, 01 Sep 2011 13:13:00 Z The previous post stated that while many Christians believe that the 144,000 mentioned in Revelation 7 and Revelation 14 refer to ethnic Israelites, there are reasons to believe the number might refer to the church at large. Here are the reasons why...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=114503Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:53:00 Z A few weeks ago I preached two consecutive sermons on Ezekiel 8-11 ( here and here ). I received a couple comments on those messages but they were not all about the Old Testament passage. Instead, some wanted to talk about a statement I made in...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=114460Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:36:00 Z I really enjoy watching movie trailers. I even have my DVR set to record “Nothing But Trailers,” a thirty minute show that presents . . . nothing but trailers. These movie previews are helpful in letting you know a little bit more about what the...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=114163Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:30:00 Z I am currently teaching through the Book of Revelation on Wednesday nights . We made it through the first three chapters in the spring quarter and will pick up with chapter four on September 7. The plan is to get through chapter eleven by November...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113850Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:35:00 Z John Piper is the Pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota . He grew up in Greenville, SC, as the son of a Baptist evangelist. He earned his B.A. at Wheaton College, a B.D. at Fuller Theological Seminary and his Doctor of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113780Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:54:00 Z It's been a while since I threw some links on here.  I hope you enjoy a few of these that struck my fancy! First, I think you might enjoy this fun and addicting "Rube Goldberg Game" by Google . I hope it comes to the iPhone someday. ...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113751Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:13:00 Z  Are you an introvert or an extrovert? The two are radically different in many ways and now we know why. In The Introvert Advantage (How To Thrive in an Extrovert World) , by Marti Laney,we find out that the difference lies in the brain: ...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113693Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:53:00 Z  We've now entered the TOP FIVE. Here are the previous entries: 30-26 , 25-21 , 20-16 , 15-11 , 10-9 , and 8-6 . #5: Tom Schreiner – Schreiner is the Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Associate Dean at Southern...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113562Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:12:00 Z When you think of engaging in apologetics, you probably think of the word "evidence."  After all, Christians are told to "give a reason" to anyone who asks about our beliefs and the way we are taught to do that is by providing the necessary...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113552Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:44:00 Z The God Who Is There by D.A. Carson Have you ever wanted to do a study of the attributes of God, but did not know where to start?  Have you ever wondered about the character of God and the way he reveals himself throughout the entire...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113417Wed, 08 Jun 2011 19:22:00 Z After this post, I will be ready to reveal the "Top Five." To get there, we must learn about the authors in the eighth, seventh, and sixth places. Here goes: #8: Michael Horton :  Horton is the Professor of Theology and Apologetics at...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113001Tue, 31 May 2011 13:25:00 Z The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson   Over the last three years, I have fallen in love with the world of Aerwiar.  Oh that’s right, you probably don’t even know what the world of Aerwiar is do you?  That means you...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=113000Mon, 30 May 2011 15:13:00 Z Perhaps you remember Larry Norman's " I Wish We'd All Been Ready ." Perhaps you have watched " A Thief in the Night ." Perhaps you have read Hal Lindsey's The Late, Great Planet Earth or the more recent Left Behind novels by Tim LaHaye...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112924Thu, 26 May 2011 12:07:00 Z A few item of interest around the innerwebs: Scientists have discovered several brand new species in the past several months . It makes me wonder - how did they miss the spider that made webs over 82 feet across? The remote...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112896Tue, 24 May 2011 15:28:00 Z We are nearing the end of the list of my thirty favorite and most appreciated authors. You can find the others here:  30-26 , 25-21 , 20-16 , and 15-11 . We'll slow it down now that we are in the Top Ten. Below are numbers 10 and 9: ...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112887Mon, 23 May 2011 18:07:00 Z The Christian Atheist by Craig Groeschel (Zondervan, 2010)   When I first read the title of this book, I did not know what to think.  It was a seemingly contradictory statement.  I thought, “How could anyone be a Christian...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112882Mon, 23 May 2011 12:02:00 Z Dear Parents and Students, I have free copies available of what looks to be an excellent resource for students going to college and for parents of students going to college.  The book is called  Thriving at College by Alex...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112868Fri, 20 May 2011 13:00:00 Z Super-blogger Tim Challies has written a good piece on the believer's quiet times and it is worth repeating in whole here: Aileen and I have never been too good at date nights. We know that, according to all the experts, we are...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112866Thu, 19 May 2011 13:21:00 Z If you have not seen the billboards or the cars wrapped in vinyl proclaiming the good (or bad) news, the Day of Judgment will begin at about 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, 2011. Did you get that - THIS SATURDAY. I know Mark Collins is planning to...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112798Mon, 16 May 2011 12:00:00 Z Wrestling with an Angel by Greg Lucas (Cruciform Press, 2010)   Greg Lucas is a husband, a father of four, and a West Virginia police officer.  He is a normal guy who has an incredible story to tell.  Wrestling with...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112769Mon, 16 May 2011 12:00:00 Z In last night’s class in our ongoing study of Revelation, we spent a great deal of time discussing one of the more controversial verses in the book. In the letter to the believers in Philadelphia, Jesus says, “Because you have kept my word about...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112776Thu, 12 May 2011 12:45:00 Z Radical Together  by David Platt (Multnomah, 2011) Over the last several years, there have been multiple books that have hit the shelves calling for true discipleship. Francis Chan’s  Crazy Love has sold millions of copies...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112729Mon, 09 May 2011 13:00:00 Z Trevin Wax has an interesting post on his blog, Kingdom People , about the tenacity of some illustrations. I am sure some of you have heard a few of the stories below from the pulpit. It is difficult to blame preachers because several of the...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112726Thu, 05 May 2011 18:21:00 Z I was recently listening to an old MP3 of Mark Dever interviewing John Piper (two of my favorite pastors). Several statements were uttered that made me go, "Hmmmm" but perhaps none more so that one made during a discussion on the roles of men and...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112694Mon, 02 May 2011 11:00:00 Z Did you get up early to watch the wedding ceremony of William and Kate? Come on, 'fess up!  I almost forgot all about it until I was flipping through the guide after the Yankees' game. A PBS channel was airing the ceremony in its entirety. I...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112695Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 Z Just five more authors to go and we will arrive at the top ten (you're welcome, Ashley!).  Here are the ones who just barely missed out on that high honor. #15 – Steven Nichols : Nichols is the research professor of Christianity...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112693Sat, 30 Apr 2011 20:14:00 Z  This is the third in a series counting down my favorite thirty Christian authors. The first ten, in descending order, are: #30 - Bill Mounce #29 - Vern Poythress #28 - John Frame #27 - Jim Hamilton #26 - John Feinberg #25 -...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112566Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:39:00 Z A few links of interest: GO SPIDERS! An unexpected side-effect of the flooding in parts of Pakistan in the battle between water, spiders, and mosquitos. A new pen has been invented that can copy any color in nature. Just point, click, and...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112462Wed, 06 Apr 2011 12:52:00 Z In this continuing series highlighting my thirty favorite authors, I list the second group of five below. These are men that I respect and admire and trust. I don't trust them blindly and accept everything they write as gospel truth. As you will...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112350Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:19:00 Z We began a study of the Revelation last night in our Wednesday night Equipping University . We only managed to cover the first eight verses of the first chapter but there is so much more there that one might think. In particular, I was...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112310Thu, 17 Mar 2011 15:12:00 Z Every time I teach a new subject or preach from a new book of the Bible provides the opportunity to purchase new books and commentaries. I must admit – it’s a pretty exciting couple of days researching the best available resources and watching the...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112230Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:32:00 Z On Wednesday, March 2, over 400 people who attend Western Avenue will begin reading through the New Testament as a church family . We will be reading through The Books of the Bible , a special version produced by Zondervan. The publishers have...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=112193Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:35:00 Z There is one book that every church member wants their pastor to teach and that same book is that few pastors wants to tackle - The Revelation of Jesus Christ. Dennis Johnson writes that it is a strange book in that it is not a historical narrative...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111901Fri, 25 Feb 2011 13:00:00 Z It's been a while but here are some links I've found that you might find helpful/entertaining/ridiculous . . .  Want to listen to every #1 song from 1956 until 1992 ?  Then you're in luck! WOW, the memories come flooding back once the songs hit...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111898Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:06:00 Z Perhaps you remember the story from the Bible used to illustrate Solomon's wisdom. In 1 Kings 3:1`6-28, two women appear before him in a child custody suit. His solution: divide the living child in two, and give half to the one and half to the...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111645Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:45:00 Z A few items I found online over the past few weeks that you might enjoy as well. Sit down and watch this video on texting and driving with your teenagers. Then watch it again by yourself so you end up doing what you tell your teenager to...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111568Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:22:00 Z If you are reading this, obviously you have a computer.  But, where is your computer? Where does your child get on the computer? A recent survey reported on in an article in the London Telegraph found that quite a big number of teenagers and...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111493Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:06:00 Z Church members taking my most recent Equipping University class, “A Study of the Future,” will notice a difference from previous classes I have taught. Their backs and eyes will not feel the regular strain of lifting, carrying, and reading hundreds...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111456Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:21:00 Z If you come to the 11:00 am service on Sunday Mornings there is no doubt that you have heard Drew Lackey.  He usually sits down front accompanied by his Dad and his family.  You won't hear Drew sing or talk during the service, but you will hear Drew...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111389Tue, 28 Dec 2010 17:37:00 Z Robert Jeffress, the pastor at historic First Baptist of Dallas, recently appeared on CNN to discuss his ministry's controversial "Grinch List." Members of the church submit names of local businesses who are put on either the "Nice" list or...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111354Fri, 24 Dec 2010 03:11:00 Z I have read through parts of the  Jesus Storybook Bible and I think that it is fantastic. I cannot wait to read it with Knox when he gets a little bit older. Zondervan has been putting some videos of selected chapters from the book on...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111350Thu, 23 Dec 2010 15:11:00 Z The winter quarter of Equipping University will begin on the first Wednesday in January and run through the end of February. We are offering six classes, which are described below: What Would Jesus Think? – Room 156 Chuck Edwards Jesus is...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111315Mon, 20 Dec 2010 18:50:00 Z I think one of the hardest jobs today is parenting teenagers.  There are many things that compete for our children's time and focus. We are saturated with XBOX's, Wii's, PSP's, and social media sites on the internet. David Murray raises some good...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111314Mon, 20 Dec 2010 18:46:00 Z Things found on the Internet this week that you might find interesting or helpful: A little gift from Carrie Allen to you: Rodney and the pastoral staff singing a Christmas Carol A Digital Nativity - A little bit overdone, but still kind of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111295Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:22:00 Z Here are some items of interest found on the web during the last week! Al Mohler has some good words for parents of teens in today's technological age in "The Dangerous World of Analog Parents with Digital Teens."    Watch this fascinating...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111272Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:08:00 Z Here is an email sent out by Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary about our special guest speaker on December 12th in both services. http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111273Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:38:00 Z In 1978, nearly three hundred noted biblical scholars gathered at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago to hold the International Council on Biblical Inerrancy.  Men like James Boice, John Gerstner, Norm Geisler, Carl F.H. Henry, Harold Lindsell,...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111270Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:26:00 Z Phil Wickham Song For Christmas On Monday, I linked to an album that you probably will want to pick up before Christmas. However, I realize that some of you may want to listen to the old classic songs and hymns.  Phil Wickham, one of the best...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111228Wed, 08 Dec 2010 13:33:00 Z Most of you have probably seen this, but I just wanted to share it for some of you who haven't.  This is a touching story about a young boy named Dax Locke and his family's desire to give him one last Christmas. http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111241Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:06:00 Z Okay guys, now is the time to get Andrew Peterson’s Behold the Lamb of God album. I know I talk about this every year at this time, but until another album takes the place of this one, I will continue to herald it as one of the best Christmas...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111224Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:31:00 Z Last year I became a parent and for the first time I became aware of the importance of praying for my children.  Now that I am soon to be the parent of a little boy and a little girl, I have begun thinking about all of the things that accompany...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111206Thu, 02 Dec 2010 13:38:00 Z A few items that caught my eye on the innerwebs this week: Oh those wacky Israeli architects! Iranian leaders are very upset that Israeli builders put a Star of David on top of the Iran’s national airline headquarters – THIRTY YEARS AGO!...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111211Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:58:00 Z I have never really done much advent reading before in my life.  However, this year I plan on reading through the advent reading that is produced by Gordon-Conwell.  There is a daily reading for the four weeks that lead up to Christmas.  The great...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111203Tue, 30 Nov 2010 21:13:00 Z DAY THREE This will be short. The day opened with the main event: N.T. (Tom) Wright addressing the gathered masses at 10:00 AM in the Grand Ballroom. Once again, Brian Pestotnik and I managed to snag front row seats. Unfortunately, I was sitting...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111170Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:36:00 Z DAY TWO The joy of being at ETS has been tempered with a personal struggle with mild bronchitis (self-diagnosis).My doctor prescribed an antibiotic and other meds but they have not yet kicked in. Prolonged coughing fits seem to strike at random...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111169Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:06:00 Z DAY ONE After spending Tuesday night in a hotel in mid-renovation, Jeff Spry, Brian Pestotnik, and Andy Lackey – a trio of theology-geeks – were up early and ready to go. We arrived at the Atlanta Hilton around 7:00 AM for the first session of...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111168Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:57:00 Z In today's episode of "Nerds Gone Wild," three theologeeks from Western Avenue travel to Atlanta for the annual meeting of the Evangelical Theological Society. I traveled to Atlanta with Andy Lackey and Brian Pestotnik for three days of theological...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111095Wed, 17 Nov 2010 03:30:00 Z Earlier this week we installed projector screens on the front walls of the Worship Center.  Even though we’ve been projecting onto those walls for years, hanging screens in place somehow cemented the role of technology in the worship of Western...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=111063Thu, 11 Nov 2010 18:19:00 Z Parents are very important people in the eyes of the Lord. In the Scriptures, the fathers had many roles: lead the family in national festivals, provide for physical needs, defend the family, and instruct the family in the traditions of the exodus...http://www.westernavenue.org/default.aspx?p=60172&beid=110986Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:28:00 Z