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Thanksgiving Day is over in America. After celebrating and thanking the Lord for family, friends, and other things, the annual tradition of basically saying “But that’s not enough!” begins— Black Friday, Cyber Monday, an onslaught of ads everywhere, all beckon… Continue Reading →
How do we know what’s in a person’s heart? Jesus taught His disciples that a tree is known by its fruit, For each tree is known by its own fruit. For men do not gather figs from thorns, nor do… Continue Reading →
Thanksgiving—a holiday that’s really meant to be a lifestyle and ongoing attitude. A holiday that’s getting squeezed out, as merchants and marketers ring in the Christmas shopping tradition the moment the last “Trick or Treat!” has been called out. One… Continue Reading →
What if you had a remedy that would lighten your depression, lessen your anxiety, and improve your overall disposition? People would be eager to have that treatment. The Apostle Paul provides such a prescription in his letter to the Thessalonians, Rejoice… Continue Reading →
There are a number of beautiful treatises on the topic of love and one of the most eloquent is 1 Corinthians 13. In the midst of the Apostle Paul’s discussion on spiritual gifts, he emphasizes the necessity of love. Without… Continue Reading →
I was watching a movie at home, on which a group of chickens were clucking and strutting around, when… 🐕Suddenly, our dog Trooper, who’d been sleeping, snapped up to complete attention– leaned forward– and stared intently at the TV! I… Continue Reading →
God’s desire is that you may experience His rest. Many people feel burdened by the demands of this world, but the writer of Hebrews informs us of the promise of entering His rest, Therefore, let us fear if, while a… Continue Reading →
We sometimes have a tendency to focus on what we don’t have rather than what we do have. We may see talented individuals and exclaim, “I wish I could do what they do.” What we fail to recognize is that… Continue Reading →
Do you remember the popular slogan “no limits?” It was emblazoned on t-shirts characterizing a mindset that knew no boundaries and was willing to push the limits. I’m all for getting outside of our comfort zone and growing, but I’m… Continue Reading →
When you live for Christ, you will experience difficulty in the world (2 Timothy 3:12). Before Jesus departed from His disciples He warned them, “In this world you will have tribulation.” Sometimes those difficulties may engender hostility from those around… Continue Reading →
What is your attitude when you encounter a seemingly impossible situation? Some of us try harder, whereas others may simply give up and seek another path. Jesus gave His disciples a strategy to help them deal with challenging difficulties. It… Continue Reading →
It is axiomatic that your direction often determines your destination. The Psalmist gives us a picture of a person who is guided by God’s word. Psalm one reveals the contrast between the ungodly and godly person. The Psalmist reveals what… Continue Reading →
We recently enjoyed a wonderful short vacation to Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware! One special thing there is that they let people BORROW BIKES FOR FREE! (2 hr. limit) So we did– And I gleaned some life-lessons from it to… Continue Reading →
How do you wish to be viewed by other people? People who have achieved titles or prominence often want to be recognized for their achievements. As Christians, how should we be regarded by others? The Apostle Paul gives us an… Continue Reading →
Reality—we all have a soul, and that soul will live somewhere for eternity. The question is, where? With God, in His eternal kingdom (i.e., heaven), or away from God because we rejected Him? If away from God, it will also… Continue Reading →
