Changing Tides & Eons In the ebb and flow of time, the world does sway, With elections near, hearts in dismay. Yet, in the chaos, a truth we find, God’s sovereign hand, ever kind. “Fear thou not; for I am with thee,” He doth say, “Be not dismayed; for I ...
Read More »Is God Your Gardener?
Canning in the summer months was once part of many American households. When my mother was a girl in the 1940’s, her mother had a large garden that helped to feed five children throughout the cold Illinois winters. My grandmother spent a week each summer as the season waned, canning ...
Read More »When the Bible Won’t Work
Is there ever a time when the Bible won’t work in our lives? The answer is yes! It can be a simple misquote, a misunderstanding of the content in a passage, failure to look at a verse within the surrounding context, or it can be a severe diversion–this is what some cults ...
Read More »Church in a Pub: Evangelism or Entertainment?
We have been instructed to go into all the world and preach the Gospel (Mark 16:15). So, are places such as bars and strip clubs included in this command? Do you think it’s acceptable for a preacher to hold church in a pub? Previously, I wrote an article titled: “Are Rappers ...
Read More »Can Rappers Spread the Gospel?
Many people have frowned upon Christian rappers for years. Most don’t believe rap music can spread the Gospel—even if the lyrics are about God. For them, rapping and the gospel are like oil and vinegar, they don’t mix. Others believe Christian rappers are a joke. The older generations often hold this ...
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