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

California pastor Jack Hibbs was a leading voice warning constituents about the stark possibilities offered by a bill called AB495, which was recently signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom.  The Washington Stand said that the governor "signed into law a measure that would allow virtually any adult to take custody-like control of a child, including making medical care decisions on their behalf and e...  Read More

In the first chapter of the book of John, we meet a fisherman named Andrew - he had become a follower of John the Baptist, who introduced him to Jesus. That man responded by not only following the Nazarene, but went to invite his brother to come along, as well.  This is where we meet the two of the first disciples of Jesus.  We can read the narrative in John 1 (ESV):38 Jesus turned and saw them fo...  Read More

In the endeavors we undertake, we can be motivated to do our very best for the Lord.  We have access to the power of the Holy Spirit, who gives us the ability to live in a manner that pleases God and calls attention to His presence within us.  A certain well-known major league baseball player has adopted this verse as his favorite - this passage from Colossians 3 (ESV) contains the verse:22 Bondse...  Read More

The Bible is more than just a guidebook for living, more than merely a set of rules and regulations - God's Word reflects the very heart of God!   It is living and active, as the Scriptures say, and it should not only form the basis for the way we live, but empower us to effectively live the Christian life.  It forms our worldview, our theology, and it is critical that people of God are people of ...  Read More