If a man is to “love” the woman, what’s a woman to do for the man? The Bible is clear on this. But how this is actually done is not delineated. Here’s some guidance. ◊ As that classic movie Camelot… Read More ›
Manhood
“How to Handle a Woman?”
Today the very question is offensive to some and is certainly quite loaded, laden with sexist tones and implications that women are to be managed or even “handled” like a piece of property. What’s the Bible say about it? ◊ I… Read More ›
Jesus Masculinity
Without wise filters and guidance it’s easy to get our cues from the world around us. What’s the right way to look at this topic? ◊ A sensitive topic today in the culture is the issue of masculinity. In some circles… Read More ›
Thanks, Dad
Happy Father’s Day to all dads who mean well and do the best they know how. May God be patient with us all, just like He was with my father. ◊ My father died 24 years ago at the age… Read More ›
A Man and His Son
What are keys to raising respectful, wise and disciplined children in today’s distracting modern culture? It’s not a big secret. ♦ I heard a story recently of a local high-tech executive who, as a busy father, was frustrated with the snarky,… Read More ›
A Family Vision
Can one get a glimpse of the future? Are visions of things unseen possible? Is it God or is it all just in our head? I believe God loves us and has great plans. Sometimes we’re given a preview. ♦ The… Read More ›
Dads and Daughters – a Special Bond
For Dads, there is something special about our daughters. Of course we love our sons, but there’s a special bond with our little girls. As I reminisce, here are 6 critical points of engagement. ♦ We visited my daughter, her husband,… Read More ›
Abraham – the Good Father Model
As Abraham in the Bible was the Father of the Hebrew nation, do you consider him a good model as a father? As a normal and imperfect man, I do. ♦ If you’ve been around kids and church you may have… Read More ›
A Stay-at-Home Mom I Know
Does the Bible have an issue with working women? Shouldn’t all Christian mothers stay at home with their children? The answer may surprise you. ♦ My own wife was a working woman. (Of course, she still is a very hard-working woman!)… Read More ›
As the Father Goes…
A father’s impact is significant on any child and family. He may be present or absent, positive or negative, God-fearing or not. Either way, his impact is profound. ♦ We all have a father. He may be known to us and… Read More ›
Whose Truth is Right?
Our thoughts, ideas, and beliefs develop over time. Is there absolute truth regardless of our maturity? Absolutely. ♦ True confession: I used to be Pro-Choice. Yes, I used to believe that abortion was alright. I did not have any problem with… Read More ›
A Christian View of Pornography (Part 3 of 3)
Pornography brings guilt and shame, but not to all. Some have no issue with it whatsoever. My goodness, what have we become? ♦ I once heard a pastor talk about the time he was counselling a young Christian college student who… Read More ›