Ransom: a sum of money or other payment demanded or paid for the release of a prisoner – That’s a pretty good description of the ransom that was paid for your release. And mine. And everyone else’s. Your life is held prisoner … Read the rest
Category Archives: Christian Articles
When you say you’ll accept nothing less than perfect, it means you’ll accept nothing. Unless, of course, you’re willing to accept there’s a perfect Creator who made you and loves you. It behooves you to look deeply into the subject. … Read the rest
If you’re a dreamer…if you dream up things and then make them happen, that’s awesome. But living on dreams is not a good strategy. Dreams require action. And action requires faith, determination, and commitment. Are your dreams good enough to … Read the rest
Knowing Why Is Divine
Asking “why?” about something is usually done with anxiety…tension…or a general disbelief. Knowing “why” is a much better position to be in. In fact, you might say knowing why is divine. But is “knowing” something actually attainable? Yes. And as … Read the rest
If you knew with absolute certainty that you’d be living forever in paradise after you die, don’t you think you’d share a shout of joy with anyone who would listen? Well, that’s what being a Christian is like. I know … Read the rest
The very first six days earth existed were full of the creativity of God. All the abundance of life we see on our blue planet were created during that time. From the sea creatures to birds to dinosaurs to man … Read the rest
It mostly doesn’t make the news. In fact, you have to listen to particular channels on TV and radio to even catch a line or two of this dreadful message. It’s dark. Too dark for prime time. But there’s a … Read the rest
Swelling Words of Emptiness Lead to Nowhere
What kind of word picture does your mind conjure when I use the expression “swelling words of emptiness”? Do you see anything at all? Concentrate on it for a minute. Now do you see anything? Me neither. I think that’s … Read the rest
Give Up Control and Restore Your Soul
As a Christian, I can say it’s not a matter of “what” but “who” can restore your soul. I have complete confidence that the Bible is the Word of God and the whole Truth about His abounding grace toward me. … Read the rest
There are lots of different kinds of heart problems. Everybody suffers from one kind or another. Everybody. For example…I was born with a deformed heart. My “condition” is called “bicuspid aortic valve.” Where a normal heart has 3 parts to … Read the rest
“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” was a hit song for both Neil Sedaka and Shelley Faberes back in the 60’s. The lyrics started out with: “Don’t take your love away from me…Don’t you leave my heart in misery”. It … Read the rest
Are you wishing for more wealth? More power? More things? Maybe you’ve heard this old saying: “Be careful what you wish for.” Yes? I remember when I was getting to know my wife, over long-distance phone calls, she mentioned that … Read the rest
I Have To Believe The Truth
There is one truth in any given situation. It’s not merely a matter of perspective. It’s truth. I remember a couple of lines out of a Don Henley song where he said, “There’s three sides to every story babe: There’s … Read the rest
Do You Speak The Universal Language?
Maybe you’ve heard that music is the universal language. Yes? Well, do you speak it? Does everyone you know speak it? My guess is…no. But here’s the cool thing. You don’t need to speak music in order to understand it. … Read the rest
Some people think there are many mysteries of life. Those people never seem to find satisfactory answers to their burning questions. I have. But then…maybe I’m just simple-minded. There are some who say true science never really finds the answers, … Read the rest
Love God And Live Longer
So…here’s my 1 step plan to a longer, richer life. Ready? Got a pen and paper or computer handy? Here goes. Love God and live longer. Whew! Are you tuckered out? Yeah, I know…it’s a pretty grueling regimen. But you … Read the rest
Stand Before The Throne of God In Love
You can one day stand before the throne of God in love. I hope you’ll choose to do so. But it’s your choice. You don’t have to choose Jesus as your Savior. He won’t force you to. He loves you, … Read the rest
The End of Life Is Not The End of Living
What do you suppose happens when you reach the end of your life? Well, for most, the worst is yet to come. But for some (millions), the end of this life isn’t the end of living. It’s really a matter … Read the rest
Rainbow City Residents Should Never Worry
This is not a weather report. This is a short explanation of why Rainbow City residents should never worry. They worry all the time, and they don’t seem to realize that worry is a form of sin. Does this matter? … Read the rest
You And Me Were Meant For Each Other
Tell romance to go sit on the sofa for a minute because I wanna show you how we were meant for each other. And I don’t want you to get the wrong idea or anything. Give romance a nice, warm … Read the rest