Jesus, of course, was a good leader. He’s also referred to as the Good Shepherd. What’s a shepherd have to do with leadership? How can we be better leaders today? ♦ What is leadership? What is good, even great leadership? It’s… Read More ›
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Jeremiah 29:11 in Context
Yes, that God has “plans to prosper and not harm us” is the typical interpretation of this famous passage. But do you know what it says immediately before and after this verse? ♦ When our now adult daughter was 9-years old… Read More ›
The Modern Christian Parent Trap
Are you trying to raise good, healthy, whole, wise, and productive children of faith? Beware of the real Christian parent trap. ♦ Many of us remember that classic Disney movie, The Parent Trap, starring Lindsay Lohan. Many old-timers may remember the… Read More ›
Where Did Cain’s Wife Come From?
This is the skeptic’s favorite question. Ever wonder about it yourself? Are you prepared to answer it? ◊ It’s a fair question. It’s actually a common question that has rocked the faith of many people over the years. It’s the… Read More ›
The Strange Lure of Socialism
Can a Christian be attracted to Socialism? Depends on what is defined as “Christian” and “Socialism.” Karl Marx, raised as a Christian, certainly strayed as a Christ-follower and as a productive human. ◊ Does anybody even care who and what… Read More ›
Ahab and Jezebel – God is Not Mocked
The Bible has stories that inspire and instill wonder and even fear in a Higher-Power God that sees all good and evil. Trust that God is not mocked. ◊ An innocent man with coveted property is targeted, tricked, and murdered by… Read More ›
Praying for Teenage Children
It’s difficult being a teenager. How do we pray for them, really? Here’s an epiphany my wife and I stumbled upon that I believe changed our lives and the lives of our children. ◊ The topics of marriage and family are… Read More ›
The Memorable Note of Deborah Ruth
An uncanny reunion with a waitress, after an encouraging note and generous tip given years earlier, reminds us all of the impact of our words and actions. ◊ The husband and wife had not been back to their favorite island… Read More ›
The Bible and The Odyssey – the Movie
It’s a movie worth seeing if you like these types of epic adventure films. It’s clever and well done. What’s it have to do with the Bible? It opens the door to plenty. ◊ Christopher Nolan, director of the blockbuster movie… Read More ›
Your Marital Story
Relationships are built on emotional connection that comes through understanding of each other’s hopes, and dreams, and sources of deep brokenness. Most couples only get two out of three right. ◊ As married couples we all have a story to tell –… Read More ›
Real Christianity for Today
Have we complicated Christianity beyond its basic elements, or have we over-simplified it? Have things gotten distorted along the way? Here are 2 keys to getting it right. ◊ It seems like there is some resurgence in Christianity these days. Now… Read More ›
Who Do You Really Serve?
Almost 3500 years ago, Joshua, the great successor to Moses, made this original call to action: “Choose this day whom you will serve.” People have been waffling ever since. ◊ Beyond political, social, regional and cultural allegiances, all humanity throughout history has been… Read More ›
