In a post-Covid world, teens are seeking, and finding, someone trustworthy, wise, and peaceful. This is a good thing. ◊ In the 1970’s, Jesus Christ Superstar was a musical and then movie targeted at a young and growing Baby Boomer generation. There… Read More ›
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If God is Good, Why Do I Feel Bad?
It’s a question pondered by many. Even Christians. Put another way: “If God is so good and great, then why am I not happy and my life seems off-kilter?” ◊ Christians are supposed to be happy and joyful, right? And full… Read More ›
One Year Ago
Going to memorial services for two friends this month gives one pause. One year ago, this week, my family faced our own crisis. It was a startling opportunity to practice what I preach. ◊ First of all, I am not a… Read More ›
Happy Good Friday/Easter?
Actually that Friday was one of great mourning for the first Jesus-followers. Then came Easter Sunday. We now can look back on that weekend in Jerusalem 2000 years ago with a broader perspective. Actually, everyone should. ◊ Even while a woefully… Read More ›
“Last Days” Understanding Revisited
Do “Last Days” references in the Bible always mean the future, like our own 21st century? Good question. Confusion over this matter occurred with 1st century Jews and with many Christ-followers today. ◊ A group of friends was studying the… Read More ›
The Best of Christmas Biblical Viewpoints
So here we are again – another Christmas. May we all take time to calm and even awaken our hearts, minds, and spirits. Here are 9 brief thought-provoking stories and perspectives from Biblical Viewpoint. Have a Merry Christmas! ◊ Each… Read More ›
The Greeks in ACTS 17
How do you explain God and Christianity to intelligent but curious people? Very carefully and thoughtfully, as Paul does in Athens. ◊ Mars Hill in Athens, Greece (also called the Hill of Ares or the Areopagus in the Bible –… Read More ›
Thanksgiving Stories with a Twist
Here are 7 Thanksgiving stories that we’ve heard or perhaps never have heard from this perspective. Have a great and wonderful Happy Thanksgiving! ◊ I love Thanksgiving as a beautiful holiday with family and friends. It really is the perfect… Read More ›
The Disruptions in ACTS 16
A disruption is a person or thing that interrupts an event, activity, or process by causing a disturbance or problem, or introducing innovation. There is much disruption going on in ACTS 16. ◊ The year is AD 50 and the Apostle… Read More ›
The Conference in ACTS 15
Disputes among Christians in the Church have happened since the days of Paul. ACTS 15 provides record of the first formal conference to set matters straight. ◊ It was only 15 years or so after Christ was killed and then… Read More ›
The Confusion in ACTS 14
The cultural and spiritual divide facing the early Christians was profound. As seen in ACTS chapter 14, there was confusion and even violence. Given human nature, this is actually not altogether surprising. ◊ I heard George Barna, the renowned cultural… Read More ›