As A Christian, How Should I Vote?

As A Christian, How Should I Vote?

by | Sep 5, 2024 | Encouragement

As I write this, the November elections loom just over the horizon. In past years, I’ve been approached by Christians asking, “should I vote?” and “for whom?” I’ve counseled that since God gives us the privilege of living in a nation in which our vote can influence...
Living “Dead”

Living “Dead”

by | Aug 7, 2024 | Encouragement

I’m not sure most of us as Christians live as aware as we should be of the Biblical teaching that Jesus-followers are to consider themselves “dead.” The scriptural evidence is clear: I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me....
True Patriots

True Patriots

by | Jul 10, 2024 | Encouragement

We have once again celebrated July 4th, marking the 248th year since our founding fathers announced the Declaration of Independence. Flags have flown, fireworks have been displayed, and fresh performances of “God Bless America” have been shared. It begs a critical...
Passionate Pursuit

Passionate Pursuit

by | Jun 10, 2024 | Encouragement

We disciples of Jesus are in a continual process of transformation. We are called to a life of becoming more and more like Jesus and less and less like ourselves as we pursue a growing relationship with God, with other Christians, and with those who have yet to make a...
Indispensable

Indispensable

by | May 13, 2024 | Encouragement

I can’t say it loudly enough—“It’s about relationships!” We as Christians must remind ourselves again and again that the core of our lives as disciples of Jesus is not religious activity; the indispensable aspect is our relational connection with God and with others....
Anticipation

Anticipation

by | Apr 4, 2024 | Encouragement

The miracle of the fallen walls of Jericho recorded in Joshua 5-6 is among the most familiar Old Testament stories. The Israelites marching around the walls, the trumpets and shouting, and the “against all odds” disintegration of an up-until-then impenetrable barrier...