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August 17, 2025

Is Religious Freedom Necessary for World Peace?

A lot of wars have been fought over religion. Well, let me rephrase that: a...

August 08, 2025

Should Ancient Scripture Be Updated to Modern Languages?

Yesterday, I recommended three books that I think all Christians should read. (See "Books Every...

August 07, 2025

Books Every Christian Should Read

In honor of National Book Lovers’ Day, I’d like to offer a few...

July 2025

July 31, 2025

Where Are You?

Questions are an important part of everyday life. We learn by asking questions. The “Socratic...

June 2025

June 26, 2025

What Kind of Servant Are You? Lessons from Jonah and Timothy

When God's call came, Jonah ran. What kind of servant of the Lord are you?...

June 23, 2025

Bad and Good Examples: The “House of Ahab” or Jehoiada?

In 2 Chronicles 23, we see two examples: the "house of Ahab" and the righteous...

May 2025

May 23, 2025

God Causes Righteousness and Praise to “Spring Up” in Us!

Part V of "Springtime Scriptures" “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because...

May 22, 2025

“The Winter Is Past…” Springtime Brings New Life!

Part IV of "Springtime Scriptures" “My beloved responded and said to me, ‘Arise, my darling,...

May 21, 2025

God’s Mercy and Compassion: “New Every Morning”

Part III of "Springtime Scriptures" This week, we're looking at "Springtime Scriptures" - passages that...

May 20, 2025

“If Anyone is in Christ, This Person Is a New Creation”

Part II of "Springtime Scriptures" This week, I'm looking at "Springtime Scriptures." These five passages...

May 19, 2025

“I Am Going to Do Something New, Now It Will Spring Up!”

Part I of "Springtime Scriptures" This week, I'm taking a look at some "Springtime Scriptures."...

May 09, 2025

Mom’s Influence: Faith Lessons from My Mom

My mom passed away almost 7 years ago, at the age of 92. As another...

May 08, 2025

What Does It Mean to Be Ready?

In Matthew 25, Jesus continues to teach how to be ready for His return. What...

May 05, 2025

The Letter of the Law and the Spirit of the Law

We need to know what Scripture says - the letter of the law. But we...

May 03, 2025

Striving for Power? Jesus Shows Us a Different Way

The world strives for power and authority. Sometimes, even the Church does that! But Jesus...

May 02, 2025

Resetting Our Focus

At times, we get distracted by the events and concerns of the day. Today's reading...

February 2025

February 25, 2025

God Chooses Aaron: The Staff Blossoms and Bears Fruit

When Israel rebelled against Moses and Aaron, God caused Aaron's staff to blossom and bear...

February 24, 2025

Rebelling Against God: Not a Good Idea!

While God is "slow to anger and abundant in mercy," that doesn't mean we can...

February 14, 2025

Resolving Spiritual Disputes: “God’s Will Be Done!”

How do we navigate spiritual disputes when both parties believe they "know" God's will? Sometimes,...

February 12, 2025

The Power of the Holy Spirit Comes Through Belief in Jesus

In Acts 19, some people try to use the power of the Holy Spirit for...

February 11, 2025

Apollos and the Early Church: Finding Your Place of Service

When we think of the early church, we think of Peter, Paul, and the apostles....

February 08, 2025

Christian Athletes As Spiritual Role Models?

As the "big game" approaches, we can expect to hear someone from the winning side...

February 07, 2025

“The Fire Doesn’t Go Out” – The Holy Spirit in Us

In Leviticus 6, God repeatedly tells Moses that "the fire doesn't go out" on the...

February 06, 2025

“The Holy Spirit Said” – Hearing God and Responding to Him

"How can I know God's will?" By listening to Him! In Acts 13, we see...

January 2025

January 29, 2025

Why Follow the Bible? The Practical Aspects of God’s Laws

Many people reject or ignore the Bible as irrelevant to modern life. However, the Bible...

January 27, 2025

How Do We Respond to the Presence of God?

Throughout Scripture, God encounters people. Their responses vary based on their circumstances and belief. How...

January 23, 2025

God’s Word Is Living and Active: Passages You Should Know

Part 2 of "My Favorite Bible Passages? Here Are 7 You Should Know" Every Christian...

January 22, 2025

My Favorite Bible Passages? Here Are 7 You Should Know

“What are your favorite Bible passages?” That’s a common question among believers. And for good...

January 21, 2025

Jesus Warns Against False Prophets: “Do Not Go after Them”

We live in an age when many warn, "The end is near!" In Luke 21,...

January 20, 2025

Looking Toward God’s Kingdom: “This Place Is not My Home”

We often grow attached to places in this world - a favorite vacation spot, or...