I recently finished reading a book, Killing Christians: Living the Faith Where It’s Not Safe to Believe by Tom Doyle. We talk about persecution here and there is a little to talk about, but the people whose stories are in … Continue reading →
One Memorial Day a few years back I was reflecting on the value of ceremony and tradition. Depending on your background, it may be critically important, or not at all important. I think of it most often in the context … Continue reading →
I still marvel at how despite all my supposed disqualifications God has brought me into the calling He gave me. I want to share the joy of that with you, and illustrate from the Bible that when God has placed … Continue reading →
I don’t remember why, but I once set out to study or at least reference the parable of the talents found in Matthew 25. That lead me to the similar story in Luke 19. Finding the differences interesting, I became … Continue reading →
As I became more involved in politics at a local level a few years ago, I was faced with questions I had never thought about before. I’ve been following national government for years and have very definite ideas about that. … Continue reading →
I hate to say it but there is likely still a cassette recording in someone’s possession that proves this was one of my favorite questions as a kid. I don’t have a lot of experience with children, but I understand … Continue reading →
I have a friend who is greatly disturbed that the church has moved away from preaching God’s judgment in favor of His love. I understand the concern. Our entire society is moving away from the idea that any action must … Continue reading →
I read this article several years ago. We see it in the news all the time, usually much worse than this, but my heart was caught by this young man’s story. Occasionally you may hear an American Christian speak of … Continue reading →
I’m somewhat amused by our fascination with things that are “natural.” The label is usually applied to things we ingest, but it’s also seen on everything from soap to clothing. I don’t think I’ve seen a natural car yet…Oh wait…I … Continue reading →
How can I share with you what God has given me? It is a personal experience, but I think it has given me insight into how we can all come closer to Him. I don’t know that there is any … Continue reading →