Besides one word, consider other key words in a simple sentence we’ve all most likely recited countless times in our life. This view might change your entire perspective on God. ◊ It’s clear that we all have a tendency to get… Read More ›
Prayer
An Investment Success Story
How can one claim firm belief in God in the midst of such personal tragedy? How can this highly successful investor claim Jesus as the best investment you’ll ever make? ◊ I heard a very successful businessman today say that… Read More ›
Teaching Children Christian Apologetics
Elementary-age children can be prepared to know, understand, and defend their Christian faith. It’s time to go beyond Sunday School. ◊ My granddaughter told me the other day that the 10 plagues of Egypt during the time of Moses were… Read More ›
22 Years Ago
Tragedy, fear, faith, and prayer came together that morning and changed a family’s trajectory for generations to come. ◊ On this day 22 years ago our family endured an experience that changed each of us. While enjoying our annual family… Read More ›
Nehemiah’s Prayer of Anguish
Here’s a Biblical model for prayer that has application for each of us today facing hurt, pain, confusion, and remorse. ◊ A man cries out in anguish and weeps. He mourns for days. He’s received news that fellow citizens are still… Read More ›
The Magnificent Song of Mary
The story of Mary, the mother of Jesus, is an interesting case of faith, surrender, devotion, and obedience. Amazing depth for one so young. ♦ Many people will be reading the Christmas story over the next couple of weeks. Most will… Read More ›
The Thanksgiving Challenge
Thankfulness comes out of giving, for both sides. Are you giving in surrendered expectation? Are you thankful? What would you do with the Thanksgiving Challenge? ♦ A man, at his wife’s urging, agreed to spend a few hours before Thanksgiving… Read More ›
Praying for Your Teens
Our teens are struggling. Christian or otherwise. How do we pray for them, really? Here’s an epiphany we stumbled upon that I believe changed our lives and the lives of our children. ♦ It’s clear that the Christian youth culture is… Read More ›
The Fulton Street Meeting
Could it happen again? Why not? Man and nature have not changed. Nor has the need to reach out in humble search of spiritual revival. Whether 160 years ago or today, God hasn’t changed either. ♦ The placard outside the… Read More ›
Christian Devotion to Service?
There’s an easy blending of good Christian service and works with deep devotion and faith. Is there a distinction? Ask yourself 4 questions. ♦ It’s a wonderful thing when people respond to the needs of others. We’re seeing it in flooded… Read More ›
Unwanted Pregnancy Dilemma
What does one do when really faced with the ultimate proverbial choice in life? Particularly when facing strong expectations from unexpected sources. ♦ When Dynah was raped her life turned upside down. The trauma was bad enough. Then came the guilt… Read More ›
God’s Answer to an Anguished Prayer
I recall a very real experience when God answered my anguished prayer. It changed my life and taught me a life lesson about the heart and accessibility of God. ♦ I was reminded this week of a time God spoke to… Read More ›