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 ›
Marriage
Still a Light to the World
While the principles of America’s founding 250 years ago were right and noble, the ongoing spirit of a nation is reflected in its people. A nation that stays humble before God can still be a light to the world. ◊… Read More ›
We’re All Prodigals
We’re all prodigals at some level – reckless, selfish and rebellious. Regardless of who we are or what we’ve done, there’s good news in the popular story of a wayward child that gives hope and assurance to all of us. ♦… Read More ›
A Good Father Model
On Father’s Day, here’s a model of a good father. Not a perfect one, but a good one. Abraham, the one in the Bible, was normal and imperfect. An excellent good father model. ♦ If you had kids and went to… Read More ›
The Compromised Christian Life
Are we lowering our standards on Christianity? Are we getting comfortable watering things down? Forget the trends – what about your own life? Do you have a compromised faith? ◊ A friend told me recently that they like their church… Read More ›
Maturity or Evolving Truth?
We all accept that our thoughts, ideas, and beliefs develop and evolve over time. Yet is there absolute truth regardless of our maturity? Yes, absolutely. ♦ True confession: Through my college years and into my early twenties, I was Pro-Choice…. Read More ›
Praying for Your Little Ones
Consider the impact of calling upon the real power of all things to be directed upon your precious little ones. This just might change how you pray going forward. ◊ Again, for many people, the challenge of prayer, beyond understanding… Read More ›
Seek God First?
Some believe if we “seek God’s kingdom and righteousness” then everything will work out well, as God works all things out for good. Then why do we still have problems? ◊ In front of a large and engaged crowd, Jesus… Read More ›
What Mothers Need…Really
On Mother’s Day our moms need more than a day off from the norm. They need something they don’t often receive. ◊ It’s that time of year when we honor our mothers. We set aside a Sunday in the springtime to… Read More ›
A Woman on a Plane
A friendly conversation turns curiously deep and reveals the underlying questions about life in the hearts and minds of all of us. ◊ She was a quietly assured woman sitting next to me on a 4-hour flight. As is the case… Read More ›
Are We Even Praying Right?
People are asked to pray for a variety of needs and requests by friends, family, and others. While praying, do you ever wonder “am I even doing this right?” ◊ There’s a dual challenge when friends and family ask us to… Read More ›
A Great Awakening – The Movie
A fascinating movie introduces many to a man they’ve never heard of and reveals the faith development of a man they thought they knew. Either way, it is true that “God does govern in the affairs of men.” ◊ It’s… Read More ›