It’s becoming a growing area of concern in our nation - the advancement of the Islamic concept of Sharia law, which is inconsistent with the principles of the U.S. Constitution and has caused unrest, not only the U.S., but other parts of the world, as migration laws have opened the door to those who believe in the establishing of principles based on Islam to govern nations.  The Bible talks about ...  Read More

I really believe that recognizing people who have exhibited the love of Christ and walked in obedience to Him should be recognized.  I think affirmation is a fine art that the Church can participate in so that people will know that their efforts have been seen and made a difference.  That’s especially important during Pastor and Staff Appreciation Month, which is celebrated during October, as chur...  Read More

Yesterday, I discussed a monument in Great Britain that provides a tribute to the Lord and His faithfulness to answer prayer. That is a faith-building reminder to us to bring our requests, our burdens, our concerns, to God - and to give Him the praise when we see Him answer us. What an amazing opportunity to come before the Maker of heaven and earth and communicate with him! Scripture Passage (ESV...  Read More

We are certainly invited to bring our prayer requests to the Lord, to pray according to the Word, that God’s will might be done for His glory.  And, we can ask the question, then: what do we do - how do we respond - when we see the answer?  I believe that we should always thank the Lord and maintain that sense of gratitude as we reflect on how He has worked. Scripture Passage (ESV): Philippians 4:...  Read More

This week's edition of "3Stories," highlighting three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes these stories:* Christians among those “de-banked,” according to government report.* Organization facilitating Bible instruction during school hours settles with state of Washington.* Bad news, (very little) good news scenario for FDA’s abortion pill review....  Read More

A recent comment by a comedian has received probably outsized attention, but can cause us to think about two important areas of Scripture: the importance of modesty and the admonition to not cause others to stumble. We must always make sure that the way we present ourselves, that we carry ourselves, is reflective of the Holy Spirit within us. Scripture Passage (ESV): Luke 17:1-2...  Read More

Yesterday, I addressed the importance of getting information from trustworthy sources. Believers in Christ should be devoted to getting the truth and disseminating the truth, even to the extent of being discerning about what we share with others. We reject false information and unbiblical behavior. Now, the flow of information has been warped even further because certain companies now encourage pe...  Read More

I speak fairly often about making sure that the sources that we go to for information are trusted, and if they claim to be “Christian,” that what they publish is consistent with a Biblical worldview and grounded in truth. 1st John 4 encourages Christians to be very demanding and discerning, and to “test the spirits.” And we should certainly not consume or spread information that is questionable fa...  Read More

October is recognized as Christian Higher Education Month, and we can take the opportunity to reflect on growing in, as 2nd Peter 3 says, “the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”  The Bible tells us in 1st Corinthians 1 that we have “the mind of Christ.”  So, the purpose of Christian education is to help students to think Biblically, to develop a Biblical worldview and to dev...  Read More

This week's edition of "3Stories," highlighting three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes these stories:* A reported 80k gather to pray in Cowboys’ stadium.* IA City Council meeting Satanic prayer opposed by pastor.* CA declines to include religious exemption from new LGBTQ law....  Read More

The American campus, by and large, has been a bastion of progressive indoctrination, including secular humanism, cultural Marxism, the promotion of immorality, and as of late, a rise in antisemitism.  Throughout the years, it’s been reported about the sheer lack of critical thinking present on some campuses and the proliferation of groupthink.  At the expense of culture at large. Scripture Passage...  Read More

It’s always helpful as a believer to consider how we can grow, how we can be more devoted to Christ, and what He desires to do in and through us. And, we can evaluate to see how He might be charting a course for our future, under the leadership of His Holy Spirit. And, hopefully, a month from now, a year from now, we can see that He has continued that work that He began in you when you first came ...  Read More