We may as well face it. Religion and politics do mix. Why shy away from it? Can we now be honest? Here’s some perspective gained by looking at historic Israel and contemporary America at a culturally similar time. ♦ Remember when… Read More ›
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The Charlie Kirk Effect (vis a vis Jesus)
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination, there continues to be a natural human dynamic that drives people to one extreme or another. It’s actually an attraction or repulsion of Jesus. ◊ There seems to be an interesting shift across… Read More ›
Charlie Kirk, the Martyr
While gentle, humble, fiercely bold and courageous, Charlie Kirk possessed a wisdom that could articulate a point of view that cost him his life. Much like another martyr with similar characteristics. ◊ With the killing of conservative Christian activist, Charlie Kirk,… Read More ›
Are You Following a Great Leader?
Characteristics and qualities of great leadership should not be debatable. The Bible actually presents an ideal profile of great business and civic leadership. How do our leaders stack up? ◊ As the American nation moves fully into its process for… Read More ›
US Elections and End of the World?
This week’s US election results do not mean the end of the world. That’s faulty theology. ◊ I had a friend tell me again this week that we are “in the Last Days” – meaning the soon coming end of the… Read More ›
Don’t Judge or Argue
The Christian community is itself divided in thought, attitude, and even interest level across a wide variety of hot topic arenas. So what matters? ◊ Jim’s company recently was recognized for its high “LGBTQ Inclusivity” rating by a regional newspaper. While… Read More ›
Who Would Jesus Blame?
We are all touched and impacted by the sordid events of our current day. What should we do? What would Jesus do? Who should we blame? Who would Jesus blame? ◊ Virtue signaling is defined as “the action or practice of… Read More ›
Are We Being Told the Truth?
In all matters of religion, business, science, politics, history, and even current events around the world, are we really being told the truth? Here are 5 keys to help ensure that you are not being inadvertently misinformed or purposely deceived…. Read More ›
Being Biblically and Politically Correct
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 ›
Evolution and Politics
Many Christian leaders, pastors and teachers, have surrendered to the so-called “overwhelming evidence for evolution” and settled for a culturally safe “middle-of-the-road” position. Don’t you wish someone would stand up and give a very clear answer to the confusion? ♦ I’m convinced that… Read More ›
Born Again Power Figure
It took a crisis to turn around the life of an accomplished power player. Sometimes painful periods are but preparation for a greater role in God’s kingdom. ♦ Charles Colson died a year ago this month at the age of 82…. Read More ›