We all need to face the Jesus Question: Was Jesus God or simply a good man? The answer should dictate how one approaches the rest of their life. Why doesn’t it? ◊ Wouldn’t it be easier if Jesus was just a… Read More ›
Calling
Driven by Devotion or Good Works?
Do you do good works and service because you’re devoted to God or because you’re compelled by others, even your church? To help with this distinction, ask yourself 4 questions. ◊ There’s that intriguing incident involving a wealthy young man who encounters… Read More ›
Uber Chicago
Have you ever experienced a God-blessed encounter that leaves you as encouraged as the other party? Such is the case in this simple Uber car ride. ◊ Summer is a time of travel and my travels this week to Chicago… Read More ›
A First Class Bible Conversation
A discussion turns to religion and someone states their viewpoint about God, the Bible, Jesus, or religion in general. Their thinking is very different from yours. How do you respond? How about at 36,000 feet? ◊ I recall a cross-country… Read More ›
Sound of Freedom – the Movie
Here’s a movie worth seeing in a movie theater. It’s a true story about child sex trafficking and one man’s heroic effort to confront evil. ◊ There’s a point in the film Sound of Freedom where the hero, actor Jim… Read More ›
Christianity and 4th of July
If you’re under the age of 35, do you know this about Christianity and July 4, 1776? If you’re over the age of 35, do you remember this? ◊ John Quincy Adams, the 6th president of the United States, once… Read More ›
Confronted with Truth
How do you respond when your ideas or beliefs are challenged or exposed as false or wrong? Do you get defensive or deny or fight back? Do you turn and walk away? ◊ How do you discern if you’ve been… Read More ›
Confessional Prayer in DANIEL 9 (Part 1)
Have you ever come to God in complete humility and brokenness, not asking for anything other than mercy and leniency? This is what Daniel did on behalf of the entire people of Israel. ◊ Everyone prays. Or at least most… Read More ›
Alexander the Great in DANIEL 8
Two years later comes another dream/vision for Daniel. Though given an explanation, it is not surprising he is still confused and troubled by what he is told. ◊ Chapter 8 unveils another dream that Daniel experiences two years after his… Read More ›
The 4 Beasts/Empires in DANIEL 7
Now comes the prophetic part of the Book of DANIEL. But is this past history or a prediction of future end times? Be forewarned: this may not be what you learned from church sermons, books, or movies. ◊ In Chapters… Read More ›
The Lions’ Den in DANIEL 6
Evil people have conspired against good people all through human history. Sometimes good triumphs over evil – sometimes not. In Daniel 6, much is revealed about human nature and the purposes of God. ◊ Have you ever seen someone suffer… Read More ›
The Handwriting in DANIEL 5
You’ve heard the phrase “the handwriting is on the wall.” This comes from the Bible, specifically in the Book of DANIEL chapter 5. What’s going on here? ◊ When something is inevitable or seemingly about to happen, one may use… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 