The calls for more action to be taken to protect Christians in Nigeria seems to have intensified over the past few months, as staggering statistics continue to emerge from that nation.  And, the Trump Administration took a significant step late last week.  FoxNews.com reported: President Trump announced Friday that he is designating Nigeria as a "country of particular concern," citing the widespre...  Read More

In an age where godless ways are normalized and there is advance of policies that are not consistent with God's ways, we have to make sure that our lives are centered on Biblical truth, that the Bible is foremost in our thinking and our actions, recognizing that His principles are absolute.  In John 17 (ESV), we find these words of Jesus:14 I have given them your word, and the world has hated them...  Read More

No matter where we go, we can be confident that God goes with us. His Holy Spirit lives inside the heart of every born-again believer - we have been redeemed and equipped to serve Him, to display through us the glory of God.   So, we essentially become the presence of Jesus to those who do not have hope and bringing encouragement to all.  The Bible tells us in 2nd Corinthians 4 (ESV):7 But we have...  Read More

In a country that has a rich heritage of faith, and specifically Christian teaching, there are opportunities to freely share and demonstrate our love for Christ.  In our homes, our workplaces, even in the stores we shop, we can bring the pleasing aroma of Christ, which is spoken of in 2nd Corinthians 2 (ESV).  And, even in schools, there can be opportunities to testify to the glory of God.  That c...  Read More

The image that we portray in public, with other people, should reflect who we really are in private.  And, the person who says that he or she is a believer in Christ should make sure that he or she is not putting on a front or taking part in activities not becoming of a Christian.  We have to guard against living a double life...we mustn't wear a mask to shield people from seeing who we really are...  Read More

We can be thankful that we live in a country with a system of government, which I believe was inspired by God, that has stood the test of time, that is about to celebrate 250 years of independence, throwing off the shackles of an earthly king and devoting themselves to the service of a Heavenly King.  We can also consider if Jesus, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, is the King of our lives, if ...  Read More

It was billed as a peaceful protest, even a joyful, family-friendly occasion that decried what some have claimed is a rise in authoritarian action by duly-elected government officials. The Washington Stand reported that following the death of Charlie Kirk and stated desires by a candidate for Attorney General in Virginia musing on killing political opponents, "political violence became a concern a...  Read More

There is a powerful force on this earth - a force that provides hope for those who are discouraged, healing for those who are afflicted, and help for those whose lives have been negatively impacted by disaster.  This force is connected to the greatest power source in the universe.  I'm talking about the body of Christ - dispatched by God to do mighty exploits in the name of Jesus, the name above a...  Read More

Earlier this week, I commented on the responsibility of Christian parents to be gatekeepers not only of their own minds, but of their homes, as well.  We have to protect our own hearts and minds and reject the ungodly influences that our culture is offering us today.  This is a key to spiritual growth, so we are not corrupted by the ways and the ideas of this world. Proverbs 4 (ESV) contains these...  Read More

When we see various occurrences of God moving in the hearts of young people, when we see the surveys that are encouraging about church participation, especially among the younger generations, it is a natural progression to believe that the revival, or spiritual awakening, that so many have sought throughout the years has perhaps finally arrived.  And, there is evidence that, at least in some areas...  Read More

We should always allow the authority of Scripture to govern the decisions we make.  The Bible provides principles that we can use to determine the morality and ethics regarding our decision-making, and we should always strive to consider the long-term consequences of our actions.  And, in the arena of health decisions, a respect for the sanctity of life should always be in the mix.  This passage i...  Read More

In the face of objectionable content available through various platforms and made available to our children, we have to make sure that we are guarding the gates of our minds and hearts and the entry points of our homes in order to protect not only our hearts, but the hearts of our families.  In Psalm 101 (ESV), we can read these words of exhortation:2 I will ponder the way that is blameless. Oh wh...  Read More