Is your view of life influenced by your own idols and speculations? Of course it is. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily. Depends on if it blinds you. ♦ A father gets on a plane for another day trip across the… Read More ›
Marriage
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 ›
Knowing Your Spouse, Really
To know someone is a good thing. To really know someone beyond friendship and accumulated knowledge is even better. What about knowing someone in a Godly sense? It’s beyond what you may think. ♦ I had an epiphany of sorts this week… 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 ›
A Christian View of Pornography (Part 2)
Porn is a male problem, right? Wrong. Women can be ensnared as well. Certainly women are impacted by a boyfriend or husband who engages with pornography. ♦ For men and women the human sex drive is profoundly strong and compelling. Like… Read More ›
A Christian View of Pornography (Part 1)
Here’s a topic often left behind closed doors, particularly in church settings. Certainly not in mixed company. Why? Because it’s embarrassing and well, private. It shouldn’t be. ♦ Men do it. Women now do it. Even children are doing it. Doing… Read More ›
The Marriage Question-List
Marriage is a juggling act of daily actions, responsibilities and obligations. The one-to-one communication beyond the activity is what enhances the relationship. Consider the Marriage Question-List. ♦ If you read the top Christian and secular books on the topic of marriage,… Read More ›
Kids and Church
We’re well into summer now. Vacation time is a break for everyone. What about a break from church? Reminds me of a lesson I wished someone had taught me. ♦ Nothing like a long weekend or vacation plans to really let… Read More ›
Make a Woman’s Day
It’s Mother’s Day weekend. Call your Mom and pamper the Mother of your children. The Bible has much to say about Mothers and Women in general. Men, and Women, take heed. ♦ I’ve been married almost 4 decades, have had a… Read More ›
Do You Have What It Takes?
There’s a common undercurrent of insecurity in many men, and women. It’s bad enough as we struggle with our place or role in the world. It’s worse when it carries over into our perceptions of worth before God. ♦ I’ve ceased… Read More ›
A Humble Mother’s Life
My mother died this week after a slow and long wind down. Upon reflection, how wondrous is the impact of a mother’s loving, encouraging, and devoted touch on a son? ◊ She grew up in Los Angeles and lived her… Read More ›
Be Like Valentine & Jesus
Valentine’s Day is almost too easy these days. The retailers make it so. At least for those men somewhat paying attention. What’s it got to do with Jesus? ♦ Valentine’s Day is this Sunday. This year men have to think about… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 