Hebrews 11:6: It is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek Him. Even though God initially didn’t give Abraham any details concerning the land that He had promised to give him and his... read more »

In late 2010, a commercial airline copilot had one major oops moment. While the lead pilot had left the cockpit for a break, his clumsy crewman knocked the control column forward as he attempted to adjust his seat. The jet, which had been cruising at 37,000 feet, instantly nosedived more than 2,000... read more »

I don’t write definitively on the subject of prayer very much because I find it to be indescribable, highly personal, and not open to the evaluation of others because . . .  prayer is between God and me. Some wax eloquently on the subject, some have written entire books on the subject, and some... read more »

Mark 12:30: You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength. Recently, I was called on to deliver the eulogy at my brother-in-law’s memorial service. As I was seeking the Lord for wisdom that would be a source of strength and comfort to... read more »

My dad surpassed the biblical lifespan of 80 years mentioned in Psalm 90:10. But his 84 years was barely 9 percent of the average lifespan of the first 10 generations of humans. Adam lived 930 years. Seth, 912. Enosh, 905. Kenan, 910. Mahalalel, 895. Jared, 962. Enoch, 365. Methuselah, 969. Lamech,... read more »

“Matthew invited Jesus and His disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many tax collectors and other disreputable sinners.But when the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your Teacher eat with such scum?” (Matthew 9:10-11). Missing the forest for the... read more »

Hebrews 12:11-15: No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way. So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees. Mark out a straight path for your feet... read more »

What are your thoughts on the movie “Twilight: Breaking Dawn” that premiered worldwide this month? ... read more »

Stephane Hessel, a 93-year-old philosopher, concentration camp survivor, and former member of the French Resistance, has written a booklet, Be Indignant. Since the publishing of the tract and its 11 printings, he has inspired the nation to fight for social justice. Hessel said to the French:... read more »

Is it a sin to be great? Over the years, I’ve heard statements that imply it is. Some have said, “It’s not about me. It’s about God.” Or, “People need to see God, not me.” Yes, we should avoid self-promotion, but I wonder if believers in Jesus can take it too far? To those who think... read more »