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The wisdom of knowing what you don’t know

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There is a kind of education that fills the mind with facts. Then there is a deeper education, one that begins with the honest acknowledgement of how much we do not know. Proverbs 3:7-8 points us toward the second kind, and calls it the path to life itself.

“Be not wise in your own eyes,” the scripture counsels. This is not a warning against intelligence or learning. It is a warning against the far more dangerous condition of arrogance, the settled conviction that we already possess the answers and therefore need not seek them. The fool, whether inside a classroom or out of one, operates under the assumption that knowledge is complete. The wise person, by contrast, carries the questions.

Notice where the proverb leads: from humility of mind to the fear of the Lord. These are connected. The person who genuinely acknowledges the limits of their own understanding is far more likely to look upward for what they lack. And when they do, the promise is physical, almost bodily in its beauty: healing to the flesh, refreshment to the bones.

Begin, then, with the questions that matter most. Not the questions of professional advancement or intellectual ambition, but the searching questions of the interior life. What does your moral conduct reveal? Where does temptation find its footing in you? What values do you hold, and which fears hold you in return? These are the questions wisdom demands.

God holds every answer. Our task is to begin in the right place, and that place is humility before Him.

Whoever exalts himself shall be humbled, and whoever humbles himself shall be exalted.

Matthew 23:12

Forgiven not only by love, but by justice

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We tend to reach for love when we think about why God forgives. It seems the natural connection: forgiveness flows from a loving heart, and God is love, therefore God forgives. This is not wrong, but it is incomplete. First John 1:9 offers a different and more precise lens through which to see what forgiveness actually is.

When we confess our sins, John says, God is faithful and just to forgive them. Faithful and just, not merely merciful. This is a legal framework, not simply an emotional one, and the distinction carries extraordinary weight.

Consider a judge who sentences someone to pay a fine. The penalty is imposed and fully paid. Now imagine that the same judge attempts to impose the same penalty a second time for the same offence. We would not call this justice; we would call it a gross miscarriage of it. The debt has been settled. To demand it again would be fundamentally unfair.

This is the ground on which our forgiveness stands. Jesus Christ, in His death and resurrection, paid in full what our sin required. The penalty was not waived or overlooked; it was satisfied. When God forgives the confessing believer, He is not setting aside justice in a moment of sympathetic generosity. He is honouring the full payment already made on our behalf. To hold our sins against us now would itself be unjust.

We rest, then, not merely in the warmth of God’s affection, but in the unshakeable foundation of His justice. The debt is paid. The account is clear.

and He Himself is the propitiation for our sins; and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.

1 John 2:2

Bob Sellers to Join Four Corners Quartet in 2027

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JEFF TURNER

Southern Gospel fans will see a familiar face on stage with Four Corners Quartet starting in January 2027, as veteran vocalist Bob Sellers steps in as the group’s new lead singer.

Sellers brings decades of quartet experience to the role. He spent seven years singing lead for the Kingsmen Quartet. He’s appearing on numerous recordings and performing across the country. Before that, he spent eight years with the Capstone Quartet, first as lead singer and eventually as the group’s owner.

In 2018, Sellers stepped out to launch a solo ministry. That full-time solo work will continue even as he takes on the new role with Four Corners, with Sellers joining the group for select dates throughout the year.

Four Corners Quartet owner and manager Andrew Eckman said the arrangement works well for both sides. As a part-time group singing roughly 40 to 50 dates a year, he said, the schedule gives Sellers room to be part of the ministry without stepping away from his solo career.

Eckman also took time to recognize Andrew Goldman of Peach Goldman, who filled in on lead vocals during the group’s search for a permanent replacement. Eckman called Goldman’s help during the transition a blessing to the ministry and said the group is grateful for his friendship.

Sellers, who lives in Carrollton, Alabama, is set to make his first appearance with Four Corners Quartet in January 2027.

Prayer involves listening

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Prayer is more than speaking to God about personal needs and concerns. It also includes listening for His guidance and growing in a close relationship with Him.

Some believers wonder if God speaks to them, yet Scripture shows that He desires fellowship with His children. Because He loves them, He wants them to know Him more deeply. Meaningful prayer requires both conversation and attention. Listening allows believers to understand God’s direction and strengthens their connection with Him in ways that simple speaking alone cannot accomplish.

I don’t believe the purpose of prayer is to get God to agree with us, but to align our desires and purposes with God’s will and glory. It is an affirmation of God’s sovereignty, righteousness, and majesty.

My sheep listen to My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me;

John 10:27

Michael Booth steps forward with new solo album, “This is now”

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Gospel music lovers have another reason to celebrate. StowTown Records has announced the release of “This Is Now,” a new solo album from Michael Booth, longtime member of the Booth Brothers.

For Booth, the project represents a milestone in self-discovery as a solo artist. “After doing the solo thing for a number of years, I think I’ve finally found my voice; what works and what is effective for me as an individual,” he shares. “It took some time to figure that out, because it’s so different than the trio, but I’ve found the dynamics and lyrical content that I’m looking for.”

Among the album’s highlights are two songs penned by acclaimed songwriter Josh Wilson: “Dream Small” and “That Was Then, This Is Now.” Booth doesn’t hide his admiration for Wilson’s writing. “I could’ve done a whole tribute album to Josh Wilson,” he says. “He’s an incredible artist and writer. It’s like he gets in my head, pulls out my own thoughts, and turns them into songs. I really love these two songs in particular.”

Another standout track, “If Not Today,” carries a special personal history. Originally recorded by the Travelers Quartet, the song was brought back to Booth’s attention by his own father just before a tracking session. Booth then reached out to Charlie Waller, the man who helped introduce the Booth family to audiences years ago, to secure a copy and give the song new life for today’s listeners.

Booth took the reins on production for this album, working alongside Steve Mauldin, with Darrell Toney helping shape the musical vision. “It was a fun experience for me to take control of the whole thing and do exactly what I wanted,” Booth says.

StowTown’s Director of A&R, Mary Alice Lovelace, points to the project as a reflection of Booth’s lifelong calling. “Michael has spent decades developing his ability to connect with people through music and testimony, and this album captures that gift in a very personal way,” she says. “‘This Is Now’ showcases Michael’s distinctive voice and heart for ministry, and we’re honored to share it with listeners.”

Booth’s story in gospel music stretches back to childhood, starting behind a drum kit before he began singing alongside his father, Ron Sr., and brother Ronnie. That path led him to the Booth Brothers, where he’s performed on stages around the world and earned GRAMMY nominations, GMA Dove Awards, and Singing News Fan Awards, among other honors. Now, “This Is Now” gives listeners a closer look at Booth as an individual artist and communicator, carrying that same legacy forward.

“This Is Now” is available now worldwide on digital and streaming platforms.