Don’t Carpool!

As the school year launches (and after 43 years in Christian education), I have oneglaring piece of advice for every family. DO NOT CARPOOL!Now, I fully understand that we all live very busy lives. Moms and dads work and havevery busy schedules. Kids need to be carted...

 The Gospel Around the World

The last words from Jesus gave us our “marching orders.” We are to take the gospel to all the corners of the world. He said, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15). That assignment is a tough one. And it starts with awareness. We...

Any Bible

Tom Rainer of The Christian Post recently wrote about the importance of actually carrying a Bible to church each week. He emphasized that having the book in your lap can help you move from being a casual observer to an active participant. He said that when we hold our...

Sleep in the Woods

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to cruise the inland passage of Alaska (again!!!) I saw humpbacked whales jump entirely out of the water. (What a sight!) I saw orcas slide by with their babies. (Those black and white dorsal fins are alarming!) I lost count of...

Jesus is the Source

Summer is a great time to ponder the truth that Jesus is the source of all life. Since the days are longer and the sun stays hotter, we tend to be outside more often. BBQs let us linger on the patio engaged in fun conversation with family and friends. Vacations give...

Seeing God in Nature

Every fall as the new school year starts, teachers across the country ask their students to write an essay on what they did or saw or learned on their summer vacation. So, I thought I might get a jump on that assignment and share a few things about the Lord that I...