We all need to face the Jesus Question: Was Jesus God or simply a good man? The answer should dictate how one approaches the rest of their life. Why doesn’t it? ◊ Wouldn’t it be easier if Jesus was just a… Read More ›
Prayer
Driven by Devotion or Good Works?
Do you do good works and service because you’re devoted to God or because you’re compelled by others, even your church? To help with this distinction, ask yourself 4 questions. ◊ There’s that intriguing incident involving a wealthy young man who encounters… Read More ›
Uber Chicago
Have you ever experienced a God-blessed encounter that leaves you as encouraged as the other party? Such is the case in this simple Uber car ride. ◊ Summer is a time of travel and my travels this week to Chicago… Read More ›
Confessional Prayer in DANIEL 9 (Part 1)
Have you ever come to God in complete humility and brokenness, not asking for anything other than mercy and leniency? This is what Daniel did on behalf of the entire people of Israel. ◊ Everyone prays. Or at least most… Read More ›
Women, Wives, Mothers – Happy Day!
Sunday is Mother’s Day! Call your Mom. 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 now been married over 4 decades. I had… Read More ›
Alexander the Great in DANIEL 8
Two years later comes another dream/vision for Daniel. Though given an explanation, it is not surprising he is still confused and troubled by what he is told. ◊ Chapter 8 unveils another dream that Daniel experiences two years after his… Read More ›
One Woman’s Spiritual Questioning
While traveling 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. ◊ The woman seemed quietly assured and comfortable with herself sitting next to me… Read More ›
The 4 Beasts/Empires in DANIEL 7
Now comes the prophetic part of the Book of DANIEL. But is this past history or a prediction of future end times? Be forewarned: this may not be what you learned from church sermons, books, or movies. ◊ In Chapters… Read More ›
The Lions’ Den in DANIEL 6
Evil people have conspired against good people all through human history. Sometimes good triumphs over evil – sometimes not. In Daniel 6, much is revealed about human nature and the purposes of God. ◊ Have you ever seen someone suffer… Read More ›
The Handwriting in DANIEL 5
You’ve heard the phrase “the handwriting is on the wall.” This comes from the Bible, specifically in the Book of DANIEL chapter 5. What’s going on here? ◊ When something is inevitable or seemingly about to happen, one may use… Read More ›
Jesus’ 4-Day Easter Weekend
The timeline for Jesus’ final days was filled with tremendous swings of highs and lows. From Thursday night to Sunday morning, it was a weekend that changed the world. Do you know the details around the full story? ◊ When… Read More ›
The King’s Madness in DANIEL 4
There’s another episode in the Book of Daniel that doesn’t get as much attention. It too involves the outlandish fulfillment of a king’s dream. Once again, God reigns. ◊ King Nebuchadnezzar II, one of the greatest and longest reigning monarchs… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 