Loving Others in a Social and Political Nightmare
Loving others is hard. Do hard things. As I look at my life, I believe I am probably one of the most unlovely people I know. I start projects and sometimes don't finish them. My intentions are good, but my execution is occasionally slow. Frequently in conversations, I am [...]
Evangelicalism: The Donkey and Elephant Fight
Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a lifetime. - Dale Carnegie As if politics weren't already confusing enough, the American people and people worldwide saw something very disappointing and revealing last night. We saw two grown men [...]
Unsinkable Faith May Be More Than You Think
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 "There is no danger that Titanic will sink. The boat is unsinkable and nothing but inconvenience will be suffered by the passengers." Phillip Franklin, White Star Line vice-president, 1912 The first passengers [...]
911: What if We Have it All Wrong?
Love your enemies... Matthew 5:44 Never Forget... I've heard and read those words so many times since 911. It seems to be the battle cry for our country, and motivation for revenge and protection. Nearly 3,000 people died, and nearly 6,000 people were injured. Four planes were used as [...]
Gratefulness is an Attribute of a Heart Chasing God
You are my God, and I will give thanks to you; you are my God; I will extol you. Oh give thanks to the Lord for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever! Psalm 118:28-29 Gratefulness is sometimes very difficult for us to display because it forces [...]
Pray for Your Children as They Go Back to School
But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him and his righteousness to children's children Psalm 103:17 Today, most of our children head back to school and begin the daily struggle of waking up, throwing down breakfast, grabbing lunch money, and [...]