Here we go again. World events trigger another wave of Bible prophecy. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? Who cares? Should we care? Actually, yes. ◊ A Christian politician quotes the Bible and expresses his belief. A Christian news pundit questions him… Read More ›
Prophecy
Easter and Popular Jesus
There’s a spiritual shift underway – led by younger people in the US. Yes, Jesus is growing in popularity quite a bit this Easter. Truth, like cream, has a way of rising to the top eventually. ◊ There is some fresh… Read More ›
A New Day? What’s Your Belief System?
The US has gone through another transfer of power. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Depends on your own personal point of view or belief system. ◊ This week President Donald Trump has replaced President Joe Biden… Read More ›
The Farewell in ROMANS 16
Beyond the warm greeting and goodbyes, the final chapter of ROMANS ends with a bang. It’s only seen that way if you understand the full weight of Paul’s message about Jesus. ◊ As this profound BOOK of ROMANS comes to… Read More ›
The Example in ROMANS 15
Christians say they we should all try to act like Jesus. Is this even possible? Is it even still relevant? Interesting to see what the Apostle Paul actually says about this in the BOOK of ROMANS. ◊ It’s almost trite… Read More ›
Best of Christmas Viewpoints
Merry Christmas! The details in and around Christmas invoke awe and wonder. They can calm and awaken our heart, mind, and spirit. Select and read here from a variety of thought-provoking stories and perspectives. ◊ Each year at this time I… Read More ›
Mary’s Magnificent “Magnificat”
The story of Mary, mother of Jesus, is an interesting case of faith, devotion, obedience, and praise. Amazing depth for one so young. ◊ Many people will be reading the Christmas story over this week. Most will focus on Luke… Read More ›
Christmas and Obedience
The Christmas Story is full of critical decision points where characters have a choice to make that have implications. Some are obedient. Some are not, and have to live with the consequences. How does this relate to us today? ◊ One… Read More ›
Christmas and John the Baptist
The Bible tells of another miraculous birth that happened at Christmastime. This one doesn’t get as much attention, but also was profoundly predicted centuries earlier. Read all about it in Luke 1. ◊ It’s interesting that we don’t really celebrate the… Read More ›
Taking the Bible Literally at Christmastime?
The Chistmas Season is a time of beauty, wonder, giving and receiving, and the Biblical story of Jesus’ birth. But are we to really take the Christmas Story literally? ◊ When I was a new Christian in high school, I… Read More ›
Best of Thanksgiving Stories
Relax, pull up a chair, and read some Thanksgiving stories with elements you may have never heard before. Pass them on to your children and friends. Happy Thanksgiving! ◊ Here we go again. That beautiful time of year when we… Read More ›
Viewpoints on ROMANS 14
ROMANS chapter 14 is about being civil with others who have habits, practices, or opinions that are different from yours. Don’t judge, be respectful, full of grace. How’s that going? ◊ My wife and I learned a long time ago… Read More ›