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• More Questions for Christmas

  By Michael Griego on December 21, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  With Christmas comes legitimate questions and varied explanations. Here are 5 more questions for Christmas. ◊ #1 How Do We Deal With the Jesus Thing? I can imagine someone thinking, if not literally saying out-loud, that “Christmas would be better if we didn’t have… Read More ›

• 5 Questions for Christmas

  By Michael Griego on December 14, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  Christmas always causes questions to be raised and then seriously considered. Here are just 5 questions for Christmas. ◊ #1  Do I Really Believe It? The Bible is full of supernatural phenomena and historic reality. One’s responsibility is to confront it, not… Read More ›

• The Christmas Bygone Era?

  By Michael Griego on December 7, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  The “War on Christmas” has been waged and, some believe, may already have been lost. I believe the war will continue indefinitely. And it’s not at all about “Season’s Greetings.” ◊ At the passing of an American president this week and all… Read More ›

• The Woman on the Plane

  By Michael Griego on November 30, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  A friendly conversation turns curiously deep and reveals the underlying questions about life in the hearts and minds of all of us. ◊ She was an older woman. She looked tired but quietly assured and comfortable with herself sitting next to… Read More ›

• Thanksgiving Stories

  By Michael Griego on November 22, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  Looking for a good Thanksgiving story to read or share? Here are 6 true and intriguing stories to inform, encourage, and enlighten during this wonderful holiday. Happy Thanksgiving! ◊ #1 A man, at his wife’s urging, agreed to spend a few hours before… Read More ›

• Deborah Ruth’s Note

  By Michael Griego on November 16, 2018 • ( 3 )

  

  A thoughtful note of encouragement needed and given leaves a lasting impression on all parties involved of the impact of our words and actions. ◊ The husband and wife had not been back to the popular island vacation spot in over… Read More ›

• Managing Behavioral Landmines

  By Michael Griego on November 9, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  God’s commands are designed to help us live healthy and fruitful lives. He is actually not a Cosmic Killjoy. He’s trying to guide us safely through behavioral minefields. ◊ The big bold assumption here is that the Bible is true and… Read More ›

• Discipleship. Really.

  By Michael Griego on November 2, 2018 • ( 6 )

  

  We’re supposed to make disciples. What is a disciple, really? Is it a convert, a follower, or one who is obedient to Christ? How do we really make disciples? ◊ I’ve been hearing about making disciples since I became a professing… Read More ›

• Making Heaven on Earth?

  By Michael Griego on October 26, 2018 • ( 6 )

  

  There’s a lot of emphasis on human effort and initiative to bring harmony and peace on earth. Even “heaven on earth.” Is this possible? What would Jesus say? ◊ If you think about it, it’s actually easier for a non-Christian to… Read More ›

• Being Biblically and Politically Correct

  By Michael Griego on October 19, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  On the topic of our reaction as Christians to Government and Society around us: Should we care? Should we ignore? Should we engage and campaign? Should we vote? How should we vote? ◊ There’s a proverb in the Bible (Proverbs 29:27) that… Read More ›

• Religiously Confused

  By Michael Griego on October 12, 2018 • ( 5 )

  

  Religion is a haven for confusion and misunderstanding. It’s Jesus that’s the real point of contention. What He says seems at odds with our common thinking and reality. ◊ I never went to church as a kid. I only heard about… Read More ›

• Jesus and Stone Throwing

  By Michael Griego on October 5, 2018 • ( 3 )

  

  Corrupt religious and political systems have been with us a long time. If you throw stones at others, you wouldn’t want to encounter Jesus in the public square. ◊ Ever see an angry group of people rise up against another person?… Read More ›

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