BLOG: Abide With Me (tBC029)
In this podcast (tBC029) John Martinez takes a look at the history behind the hymn, “Abide With Me” by Henry Francis Lyte. [ ... ]
View ArticleBLOG: Propitiation (tBC030)
In this podcast (tBC030) I discuss the doctrine of Propitiation. Wrath of God: Romans 1:18 – 3:20 Propitiation is not simply a legal pardon Pardon: forgiveness; the release of an offense or of the...
View ArticleBLOG: Marge Lawley
Memorial Service for Marge Lawley at Eastside Baptist Church (204 Eastland Drive North) Twin Falls, Idaho on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 9:00 am. Marjorie J. (Shields) Lawley “Marge”, age 77, passed...
View ArticleBLOG: Today is “Abortion Day” in Twin Falls
I have a source that is telling me that the Twin Falls Planned Parenthood clinic does not have a doctor to do abortions so they have to bring a doctor in to do this. Planned Parenthood designates these...
View ArticleBLOG: Halftime Shows and Commercial Controversy
The Super Bowl… how does a football championship game play “second fiddle” to the halftime show and the commercial craze? Disclaimer – the following thoughts are from a non Super Bowl watcher,...
View ArticleBLOG: Good Reading Here
There are many things I enjoy about being a pastor. One of those things is walking with people who aim to honor God in all they do. Here is some reading worth your time from one of those families I...
View ArticleBLOG: Good Reading Here
There are many things I enjoy about being a pastor. One of those things is walking with people who aim to honor God in all they do. Here is some reading worth your time from one of those families I...
View ArticleBLOG: This Is Problematic
Just a few moments ago the Twin Falls Times News just posted an article on a disturbing development from the governors office. Otter Wants Lawmakers to Study Faith Healing and Child Deaths… (for...
View ArticleBLOG: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
From my journal, Sunday, February 14, 2010 A third day in a row we are wakened to the sound of the faithful in song outside our jail. This morning in the midst of the Creole language comes the familiar...
View ArticleBLOG: 2016 Doctrinal Study
Yesterday during the Eastside Baptist Church monthly doctrinal Study I challenged all present to join me over the next two years in being intentional in teaching and learning from the Baptist Catechism...
View ArticleBLOG: A Social Media Storm
Dear Eastside Baptist Church I have an urgent caution for you. My reason to address this urgent message with you publicly today is because it is possible you are beginning to notice a relational social...
View ArticleBLOG: Today, Your Freedom Has Come
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 — This morning I decided to put on my new clothes. I’m guarding my heart and mind against disappointment, yet I believe we will go home today. Alex came by today with a...
View ArticleBLOG: A Rare Moment
In the past 15 years of being a pastor at Eastside Baptist Church I have never received a phone call like this one. (my pastor friends will relate.) It is no surprise to answer the phone at my office...
View ArticleBLOG: Instruct Certain Men
Next month, Eastside Baptist will host an opportunity to prepare participants to stand firm in the faith that has been passed on to us. The apostle Paul told Timothy to be equipped and prepared to...
View ArticleBLOG: Apparently the Pope Does Not Know the Gospel
I was hoping for better than this as my first political statement of the year: “Wait-a-minute! What did the Pope just say about the Gospel?” Today, according to all reports, the Roman Catholic pope,...
View ArticleBLOG: O the Sound of God’s People
There are common things I hear from my preaching friends about the gathered saints on the Lord’s Day. For me… I especially like the sound of children among the people; mostly because they are part of...
View ArticleBLOG: Great Is Thy Faithfulness
On Sunday nights at Eastside Baptist Church we take a close look at a hymn of the faith and a topic related to faithful living in this ever changing culture. You can join us live in person, video...
View ArticleBLOG: Protected: Live Streaming Test
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View ArticleBLOG: The Only Time Politicians Woo Evangelicals
We have moved into a political era where it appears the only time politicians (in general) woo evangelicals is when it comes time to get elected to public office. (By the way: When is the last time the...
View ArticleBLOG: Sunday Evening Streaming
Streaming will begin at 6:16 pm (Mountain Time). This is still in test mode, so please be patient as we test these features out. Any helpful feedback is appreciated. Tonight John Martinez will give an...
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