The Bottom Line, Ministries Christian News, Articles, & Poetry

Have you ever stopped to think about all of the blessings that you are missing out on? We grumble and complain and whine about this friend who is going on another trip to the Caribbean, Jim and Julie who just purchased a convertible, or how lucky Tim and Tina are ...

Our GPS is an excellent guide; she and I just don’t get along.  It’s not her fault.  We’re often out of sync with one another–or more accurately, I am out of sync with her.  She gives an order, and I obey—too soon and end up on a wrong road.  Or ...

On or about A.D. 33, in Palestine, a new rabbi arrived on the scene. Word on the street rapidly spread that He was a friend of sinners. The religious community expressed outrage over this, and accused Him of seeking companionship with lowlifes. In other words, they were ashamed of Jesus’ ...

There are many Biblical concepts that are difficult to understand and/or put into action. Submission is one of those concept that causes the most contention. Living by the Bible will not come naturally.  It must come, not through the flesh, but instead through the Spirit. Jesus is the Head of all.  ...

My recent health problems have taken me to many hospitals, doctors and many places in between. While I was seeing to my own physical needs, I began to see the need of those taking care of me. I took notice of their expressions and their comments to me. I’m struck that almost everyone ...