This is the skeptic’s favorite question. Ever wonder about it yourself? Are you prepared to answer it? ◊ It’s a fair question. It’s actually a common question that has rocked the faith of many people over the years. It’s the… Read More ›
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Praying for Teenage Children
It’s difficult being a teenager. How do we pray for them, really? Here’s an epiphany my wife and I stumbled upon that I believe changed our lives and the lives of our children. ◊ The topics of marriage and family are… Read More ›
The Bible and The Odyssey – the Movie
It’s a movie worth seeing if you like these types of epic adventure films. It’s clever and well done. What’s it have to do with the Bible? It opens the door to plenty. ◊ Christopher Nolan, director of the blockbuster movie… Read More ›
Your Marital Story
Relationships are built on emotional connection that comes through understanding of each other’s hopes, and dreams, and sources of deep brokenness. Most couples only get two out of three right. ◊ As married couples we all have a story to tell –… Read More ›
Real Christianity for Today
Have we complicated Christianity beyond its basic elements, or have we over-simplified it? Have things gotten distorted along the way? Here are 2 keys to getting it right. ◊ It seems like there is some resurgence in Christianity these days. Now… Read More ›
Who Do You Really Serve?
Almost 3500 years ago, Joshua, the great successor to Moses, made this original call to action: “Choose this day whom you will serve.” People have been waffling ever since. ◊ Beyond political, social, regional and cultural allegiances, all humanity throughout history has been… Read More ›
Still a Light to the World
While the principles of America’s founding 250 years ago were right and noble, the ongoing spirit of a nation is reflected in its people. A nation that stays humble before God can still be a light to the world. ◊… Read More ›
We’re All Prodigals
We’re all prodigals at some level – reckless, selfish and rebellious. Regardless of who we are or what we’ve done, there’s good news in the popular story of a wayward child that gives hope and assurance to all of us. ♦… Read More ›
A Good Father Model
On Father’s Day, here’s a model of a good father. Not a perfect one, but a good one. Abraham, the one in the Bible, was normal and imperfect. An excellent good father model. ♦ If you had kids and went to… Read More ›
The Compromised Christian Life
Are we lowering our standards on Christianity? Are we getting comfortable watering things down? Forget the trends – what about your own life? Do you have a compromised faith? ◊ A friend told me recently that they like their church… Read More ›
Good Deeds or Good Character?
“God’s probably not very happy with me. I need to work on my character and personal conduct. I really need to try harder to be a better person.” Right? Not necessarily. ◊ Are you a good person? What does that… Read More ›
Praying for Your Little Ones
Consider the impact of calling upon the real power of all things to be directed upon your precious little ones. This just might change how you pray going forward. ◊ Again, for many people, the challenge of prayer, beyond understanding… Read More ›
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