Tag Archives: The Good Shepherd

The shepherd is not a despised social outcast as some traditions portray him. Shepherding is one of the most ancient professions. Even today, almost a quarter of the earth’s surface is used for raising livestock. A writer for The  Brussels Times estimates there are about 200 million (yes million) shepherds ...

We all have purpose, but having purpose and fulfilling it can be two very different things. Knowing who we are, understanding the direction to take, and seeking the right guidance on our way down the path we have chosen are all important, but it’s also helpful to realize that identity ...

I’m an animal lover. In fact, I am downright in awe at the variety and complexity of the species within the animal kingdom. The giraffe with that long neck that only contains seven vertebrae. Or how about the pufferfish? Now, there’s an interesting creature. Seriously, even though I am nearing ...

From the instant the alarm clock screams, “It’s time to get up!” our days are driven by emotions all the way from jubilation to sorrow. Arising out of the daily grind are intuitive premonitions, establishing the pacing, our attitudes, and at times our irrational or illogical decisions revolving around momentary ...

How’s your evangelism coming? Can you name the last person who put their trust in Christ because of your witness? I’ll be honest—I can’t. Maybe it’s time to look at our methodology. Can we use temptation to witness? Evangelism is the art of bringing someone into God’s Kingdom, of introducing ...