The story of the deliverance of Israel out of Egypt reaches the high point of drama as the Israelites are camped by the Red Sea and the army of Pharaoh is approaching. Tension builds. What will the people of God… Continue reading

Almost everyday, right around 1 pm, I feel my energy sag. If I lean back on my chair and close my eyes, I can fall asleep in 30 seconds. Fortunately, if a nap overtakes me, I know that I will… Continue reading

Are you tired of the endless political season? I am! It’s not that I think this election is unimportant. It would be refreshing to hear a thoughtful, deep, and detailed discussion about the serious issues facing this nation, of which… Continue reading

When an acorn fell and hit her on the head, Chicken Little announced to the barnyard animals that the sky was falling. Yes, it’s a fairy tale, but the lesson is one we all need. Take care about jumping to… Continue reading

Since last week, my physical frame has been plagued with severe pain. First it was a shoulder, now a hip. I’m not talking mild discomfort. I’m talking ‘take your breath away, make you yell’ stabbing pain. The shoulder’s pain escalated… Continue reading

Last night ’round 9:30, I sat quietly alone prayerfully thinking about the day that was now ending; and I longed for Paradise. As I prayed, God was near. The experience of His Presence is wonderful, but I still have to… Continue reading

I spent the morning with a young woman whose life has been turned inside out by a deceiver! To all appearances, the man was a Christian, concerned about serving others, generous, and ready to make a difference in the world.… Continue reading

We all have a preferred life path, plan “A.” We have a back-up alternative, plan “B.” There is that which we think is possible but unlikely, plan “C.” But what often happens is, plan “D,” that which we never even… Continue reading

One of the great tragedies of our time is the growing distain that exists towards the Christian church among those who are not Believers. Barna Research, a reputable firm, reports that 38 percent of young Americans (16-29) have a negative… Continue reading

Nostalgia is a powerful part of the human experiences. I’m not an old man, but, even now, paging through our family picture albums or watching family videos from 10 years ago stirs up such such longing for a return to… Continue reading