Those who only have the past as a reference for living will want to go back to a better time. Those who have seen the future are compelled to move forward. There is a great deal of hand wringing among church leaders about the rapid slide of our … [Read more]
My Two Year Health Nightmare
It was November of 2009 and I was out with a group of Moms. We tried to get away once a month to talk, share stories, give and receive encouragement about parenting and eat together. I had battled health problems on and off since I had my twin girls … [Read more]
Jesus is enough for forgiveness, acceptance, redemption, holiness, justification, sanctification and righteousness
JESUS IS ENOUGH TO BE FORGIVEN Colossians 1:12 giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. 13 He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved … [Read more]
The Curse of Victimization
If you know me at all, you know that one of my favorite topics is my four grandsons, ages 2 to 7. They are a delight, and I am constantly learning by being with them. Don’t Allow the Past to Rule Your Life Recently, I have been reawakened to … [Read more]
Women Preachers? Where’s that in the Bible?!
I have three daughters. When they get a little older and start drawing the attention of young men, I will give them this piece of timeless advice: Don’t just listen to what he says; watch what he does. A man may say anything, but his actions will … [Read more]
620. The Law Package: No Changes Allowed
The predominant mindset within most Christian churches is that parts of the law that came through Moses are to be applied to believers today, while other parts have been eliminated after the cross of Jesus Christ. This demonstrates the widespread … [Read more]
Man Shall Not Live by Krispy Kremes® Alone
"Peter, you'd better explain yourself." Well, I can better paraphrase the text as "Man shall not live by Praise and Worship alone." I want to emphasize the truth as applicable to today's expression of the church. In fact, you could replace any object … [Read more]
A Future Tribulation?
When I was a boy in Sunday School, I came across an end-times comic that featured believers being executed in something called a great tribulation. It was like a holocaust for Christians and it was coming soon! Probably in 1984. Or maybe 1988. But … [Read more]
Does God Cause or Permit Bad Things In Our Lives?
Such a sad week for us here in The United States of America as we mourn the devastating tragedy in Las Vegas. When tragedy strikes, people have questions and understandably so. Does God cause bad things to happen to us? Does God permit bad things to … [Read more]
Is The Church Relevant?
The church in contemporary society is often criticized and even mocked by those within as well as those on the outside. There is much to be corrected in the church's witness, but we should make no mistake: the church is vital. Without the witness of … [Read more]
619. Where Do I Really Stand with God?
Somewhere along the way, most of us have wondered where we stand with God. For some, this is an ongoing battle which can lead to fear and uncertainty. Are you stuck inside of a mindset that has caused you to feel compelled to ask God to cleanse you … [Read more]
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