On Mother’s Day our Mothers need more than a day off from the norm. They need something they don’t often receive. ♦ Why do children cry out for their Mommy when they get hurt? Why do soldiers cry out for… Read More ›
Parenting
Praying For This and That? Try This.
Christians are often asked to pray for any variety of needs and requests by friends, family members, and others. While praying for this or that, one may be wondering “Is there a better way?” ♦ There’s a dual challenge when friends… 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 ›
Making Big Decisions
Do you have a job decision to make? A business to build? A relationship to end, or begin? A family to start, or expand? A house or apartment to buy or rent, or not? ♦ I’ve had this image in my… Read More ›
The Yellow Kite
In this season of hope, a touching story of answered prayer when hope runs out. ♦ A young child’s small request causes a mother to not give up on life. I read this short story every year at Christmas time… 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 ›
3 Phases of a Growing Christian
Why do we Christians vary in our Christianity? It depends on where we see ourselves in 3 Growth Phases. It’s easy to miss the distinctions. ♦ I wasn’t always like this. I’ve changed over a lifetime. And it’s taken longer than… 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 ›
Biblical Viewpoint 