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pictures of Jesus

by k.t. sim on January 31st, 2010 | 5 responses
The story of Jesus is presented in four different Gospels, each capturing His life from an individual writer’s unique perspective. It’s been said that Matthew presents Jesus as the King who comes to reign and rule; Mark portrays the Servant who comes to serve and suffer; Luke describes the Son of... read more »

temple of tolerance

by tom felten on January 30th, 2010 | 3 responses
A news story presented the plight of a Christian school that was forced to move because a group of local citizens felt it was “proselytizing.” How were the students and staff forcing their faith on others? They were singing hymns and praying out loud within the walls of the school. The people... read more »

religious heels

by tim gustafson on January 29th, 2010 | 4 responses
The language student impressed the instructor with her academic diligence. But when the class went on a field trip for some cultural training, he didn’t even recognize her. The reason? In class, she concealed 6-inch heels beneath her pants. In her comfortable walking boots, she didn’t even reach... read more »

loved enough

by regina franklin on January 28th, 2010 | 9 responses
“The truest friend does not doubt but hope.”

While many movies based on books leave much to be desired, Douglas McGrath’s 1996 production of Emma vividly portrays Jane Austen’s endearing characters, Emma and her beloved Mr. Knightly. The strength of the relationship,... read more »

Jesus raises a ruckus

by sheridan voysey on January 27th, 2010 | 6 responses
The thud of bull hooves rumbles across the square. Swirls of dust rise into the air. Sheep bleat, doves flap their wings, and traders yell. “Stop turning my Father’s house into a marketplace!” He screams. The Prince of Peace is raising a ruckus.

He wields the cords and flips the tables... read more »

subversive Christians

by mike wittmer on January 26th, 2010 | 9 responses
The ancient Romans were really nice people. Sure, their responsibilities demanded a certain demonstration of power, but given the large territory they governed, it was in their best interest to keep everyone happy.

One way they did this was to honor the gods of everyone in their kingdom.... read more »

January 25, 2010

by Today's Conversation on January 25th, 2010 | 12 responses
What’s one question you would like to ask God? Why?

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too hot to handle

by jennifer benson schuldt on January 25th, 2010 | 12 responses
It’s hard to imagine that a guy would choose to blow his apartment to smithereens. Still, it happened in Lisbon, Portugal, as a man did just that—collapsing part of the 5-story building where he lived.

The mad-bomber had recently been evicted, and according to a fireman who responded... read more »

turning toward the healer

by winn collier on January 24th, 2010 | 7 responses
Open, Lord, my eyes that I may see.

Open, Lord, my ears that I may hear.

Open, Lord, my heart and my mind

that I may understand.

So shall I turn to you and be healed.

—traditional prayer
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family tree

by k.t. sim on January 23rd, 2010 | 5 responses
My daughter was assigned a class project to trace her family tree. She came to me for help in tracing our ancestry. Sadly, I was only able to identify family members who belonged to the previous three generations!

Our Lord Jesus had his family tree preserved by the Holy Spirit, tracing his... read more »
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