There is no doubt of a father’s role in the wise emotional and spiritual upbringing of their children. There are some universal essentials particularly for all of us sons. ◊ I moderated a Connect Silicon Valley Engage interview this week… Read More ›
We’re sometimes faced with very difficult choices. Decisions to go through one door or another can have tremendous implications for our life and others. Where is God in your decision-making? ◊ Working through some major decision? Many just want it… Read More ›
Twenty years ago I was asked to teach a church Bible study curriculum on the Book of Revelation. I had an aligned common viewpoint about End Times prophecy. Half-way through the course I concluded that I could not teach the… Read More ›
A terrible calamity was thrust upon mankind over the past year. Our thoughts ran the gamut. Has there been a cultural shift in human will? How about Christian faith and hope? ◊ You cannot say that before the Coronavirus (Covid)… Read More ›
If you think the gates of heaven are closed to those with a less than stellar past, think again. Consider this intriguing little Jesus parable. ◊ Remember that kid in school who always told the teacher about some mischief someone else… Read More ›
While the Bible is clear on love and respect between a man and a woman, it does not provide detailed guidance on the subject. Here’s what some research shows us. ◊ Beyond the traditional Valentine’s Day gestures of cards, chocolates, and… Read More ›
“How could God ever love a person like me?” It’s a common question with serious implications. She ultimately answered her question with a personal epiphany. ◊ I heard the story today of a young girl whose parents were biracial, white… Read More ›
Those who lived through the Jesus Movement may see a familiar pattern with our modern-day cultural environment. Are we primed for another Jesus Movement? ◊ I became a Christian as a youngster in the early 1970’s. In fact, many of… Read More ›
What is January but a time to reset life on the maturing foundation of our hopes, fears, and good intentions? It’s good to remember that our plight is not unique. ◊ Our thoughts run the gamut as we immerse ourselves… Read More ›
He hated himself and what he’d become. He felt like a failure. To everyone. Even God. ◊ It’d been so long since he’d seen them that he almost thought he might not recognize them when he drove into his small… Read More ›
On Christmas Day many years ago, imagine the fear, wonder, uncertainty and hopeful expectation of Mary, the young mother of Jesus. Mary, did you know? I believe she knew something. ◊ It was bad enough that Mary had to deal… Read More ›
Everyone is looking forward to a new year. Getting past Covid and all issues of a challenging year. Does it carry over to a humdrum Christmas too? Do you still even believe in Christmas? ◊ Yes, it’s been a challenging year…. Read More ›
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