In the west, there are three fundamental and precious gifts from God that are heavily under attack. These three gifts are integral to one’s identity. They are: Race Gender Family Have you ever considered that your race is a gift from God? It was uniquely chosen by Him from before ...

“Cast all your anxieties on Him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 A lot of times we find ourselves weighed downed because, unintentionally, we try to carry  our own issues in life. As a result we find ourselves burdened, wondering why we feel the way we do. We ...

I recently got on an interactive website for seniors. This is one that has a forum where members can post thoughts on most any subject and expect responses from readers all over the world. I initiated a discussion on the topic: “What is Heaven Like?” My thinking was that since ...

Sometimes we can learn lessons from the simpliest and even silliest of things. So here is my attempt at a rap battle between Cosmo Cat and Danger Dog. I don’t know if these characters exist anywhere else, so if they do, then I offer my sincerest apologies. Hope you enjoy. ...

Wake Up Early I wake up Early in the morning. The Sun is only beginning to rise. It’s quiet in the morning. There is no else that I can see. Yesterday’s failures haven’t awakened. They’ve not time yet to remind me. Of all my need to grieve. Today’s struggles are ...

Character is important.  Not just because it pushes us, but because it also defines us.  Saying we were “created in the image of the Creator” is just the beginning.  We still have to branch off from our own personal genesis and decide who we really want to be. It’s like ...

There are many types of dance that cannot be done alone. Imagine a finely dressed gentleman attempting to Foxtrot without a partner, or a graceful lady waltzing around a ballroom floor alone!  Life is filled with occasions that require more than one individual to do the exact same thing or ...

Most of us love our church. We love the Bible teaching, we love the preaching, the music, and the fellowship. And yet, more and more church members are recognizing, “Something is wrong with my church!” The primary function of the church is as Christ commanded in Mathew 28:18-20. If there is ...

Are you the person who goes on the bus with a seat and still carries your heavy, bulky backpack on your back, even when the driver kindly reminds you to put it down because it will be a long way to the next stop? This analogy completely reflects my spiritual ...

Leaking classified information pertinent to the safety of our country is treasonous, treacherous and vile. What is the best countermand to deal with a “leak”? Douse it with “burning coals”? “If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. In ...