I mentioned last week the importance of considering how we are “presenting” ourselves to the world around us.  Romans 12 talks about presenting ourselves as living sacrifices.  The Bible talks about doing all we do to the glory of God - that make take different forms, depending on the situation.  But, we have to ask the question about how we are submitting to God and radiating the light of Christ ...  Read More

The third anniversary of the attacks on Israel by the terrorist group Hamas sent shockwaves into the Jewish state and upheaval throughout the Middle East, as Israel crafted a strong response to the events, that took the lives of well over a thousand Israelis.  In a small country, as Joel Rosenberg of All Israel News pointed out, this was an event of 9/11 proportions.   But, it’s indicative of host...  Read More

When we depart from the ways prescribed in the Scriptures, it is a recipe for chaos. The gender insanity that we have observed over the past several decades has resulted in so much confusion, and represents a departure from what the Bible refers to as a “sound mind.” It is not sound for men or women to attempt to change their gender. It is not sound to allow boys in girls’ locker rooms. And vice v...  Read More

We are called to stand for Christ in His power according to His direction. And, as Jesus taught, there may be a price to pay. While there may be a cost to obedience, we can also experience the confidence of walking in the Savior’s will. We can be content in knowing that we have obeyed Him. Scripture Passage (ESV): Matthew 5:10-12...  Read More

This week's edition of "The 3," highlighting three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes the following items:* U.S. Senate passes bill concerning clergy retirement, goes on to POTUS.* PA school district eliminates “secret gender transition” policy.* Another pastor in Myanmar allegedly shot and killed by military junta....  Read More

Jesus invites us to enter into a relationship with Him, to recognize His presence, and to respond to Him, experiencing what He has in store when we take the time to concentrate on Him, when we focus on His love and grace for us. And, when a person comes into a saving knowledge of Christ, then there is the expectation to begin a life of obedience. Scripture Passage (ESV): Acts 22:12-16...  Read More

There’s an old saying that a person is known by the company that he keeps. In this day in which our associations could very well be displayed on social media, we have to be extra careful about the people we endorse or even “like” on various platforms. Now, it’s one thing to befriend a person because we want to be a good Christian influence, but we have to guard our own reputation, as well - how we...  Read More

Jesus draws the contrast between what the world offers in terms of satisfaction, peace, and happiness and what a relationship with Him will bring. If we are looking in the wrong direction to bring us the perceived happiness we desire, we are settling for less than the “fullness of joy” that God offers to us. We have to make sure that our lives are correctly prioritized so we experience the springs...  Read More

We have to be careful what we expose our minds to, because the eye is the gateway to the body, as Jesus taught us.  And, that’s important not only for adults, but for children as well.  Protecting children from harmful influences and actions is important in a functioning society, and with technological advancements that make access easier and the material even more diabolical, parents, in partners...  Read More

After the flood was sent in Noah’s time to destroy the people left on the earth as an act of judgment, Noah’s descendants, who still carried the sin nature resident in the hearts of humanity from the fall began to repopulate the world. And, their default human tendencies became pervasive to the extent that a large number in the land of Shinar united to build a tower, a testament to human ambition....  Read More

This week's edition of "3Stories," highlight three stories of relevance to the Christian community, includes:* Pro-life leaders urge FDA nominee to reinstate restrictions on abortion pill* Case of surrogate who would not abort child rejected by SCOTUS justice* Head of Church of England under fire for honoring cleric who made controversial 9/11 statements....  Read More

The Bible tells us that the earth belongs to the Lord, and He is intent on making Himself known throughout the whole earth. Now, He does that through the faithfulness of His people, who exhibit a devotion to love and serve Him and to proclaim what He has done. And, He is not limited by time and space - His Word can penetrate the globe. Scripture Passage: Psalm 24:1-6 (ESV)...  Read More