The hatred of the world is virtually palpable these days. It grows from ignorance and selfishness. It abounds in the minds of many who claim that hatred only exists in others. That’s the definition of hypocrisy. Unfortunately hypocrisy tends to … Read the rest
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
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
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
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
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
