A Talk with Satan About Stealing the Next Generation
If there’s anyone who wants to hurt the church, we have a spiritual enemy who wants I believe to divide us in denominations so we don’t […]
Eight Blessings of Aging Worth Celebrating
Another birthday in the books. I won’t tell you which one I just celebrated but I will give you three hints. 1 – I clearly remember […]
Ahab: You Are Never Too Far Gone
Come home. You’re not too far gone. You’re not out of reach. You’re not hopeless. You’re never too far from the embrace of the forgiving, compassionate, […]
The Syrian in Israel’s War Story (Naaman & The Gospel)
Co-authored with Lisa Loden. The Story of Naaman is one of the most beloved and memorable stories in all of the Hebrew Bible. Believers easily identify […]
For the first ten years of my marriage, I struggled with the fear of abandonment. My father and my first pastor had both left their wives […]
Should I Worry About My Teen Doing Drugs?
In many cases, drugs in the 21st century have become more potent than they were a generation ago. Access to drugs in schools has also gotten […]
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Amazing Prayer of Protection: St. Patrick’s Breastplate
This is one of my favorite prayers, expressing the power and presence of God: The Prayer of Saint Patrick I arise today Through a mighty strength, […]
Drs. Roger Barrier and Steve Dowdle discuss how to identify addictive behaviors, how to do an intervention for a loved one, and how to cope with a family member who is in trouble. Churches can provide support as well.
“TAKE CARE OF THIS FOR ME” The Parable of the Dishonest Manager Luke 16:1-15 If Jesus were here instructing Christians today, He would spend a major […]
Let’s examine some Biblical principles to keep in mind during a bear market (a recession; “lean financial times”). The Bible carefully lays out a financial plan […]
“The Temptations” lesson includes a discussion of sin and human nature, the temptation of Adam and Eve and the temptation of Christ. Satanic temptations include doubt, […]
Read MoreAs a child of God, you have a very special relationship with other Christians. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians pictures this relationship in two different ways. […]
Read MoreAs image-bearers of Christ, we are refined throughout our lives; suffering and brokenness are integral parts of God’s sanctification process.
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