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...

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...

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...

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...

Too many of us are consumed with fear. I am told that the fears that scare Americans the most include the dark, going to the doctor, thunder and lightning, dogs, flying, mice, needles, spiders, closed spaces, heights, public speaking and snakes....

When a person repents and receives Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the next “step” is for them to share their faith. However, an inexperienced convert is often uncomfortable trying to explain the gospel. I remember vividly the first time I shared...

This month, we are celebrating the 250th anniversary of our country. Parties are happening in our capital and in backyards all across our country. We are demonstrating our pride with fireworks, colorful new t shirts and speeches reiterating our...

A year or two ago I started carrying around a small notebook where I could list ideas, capture quotes, scribble down things that needed to be done and outline goals that I was focused on. For me at least, if I don’t write things down, I am far less...

I have a friend who specializes in “finding bad guys.” She is a very experienced private investigator and no doubt has assisted in all kinds of searches and arrests. But recently, her comments startled me a bit. She was discussing the prevalence of...

A recent article in the NY Times declared that New York actually has 12 seasons. They humorously listed winter, Fool’s spring, a second winter, Spring Deception, a third winter, The Pollening, Actual Spring, summer, Hell’s Front Porch, False Fall,...

These days, Iran is on the front “page” of every news story. But I am wondering if you have given any thought to Iran’s place in the Bible. A recent article in The Christian Post highlighted some thoughts.  The main language in modern day Iran...

In John 14, the apostle John writes, “If anyone loves me, he will obey my teachings. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and MAKE OUR HOME WITH HIM.” That is such an incredible thought. The God of the universe wants to come and make...