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article | March 26, 2020

Growing up in the 60s, Easter week for me and my two older sisters was often about the excitement of getting a new dress, white hat and gloves, and shiny white shoes to wear to church on Easter morning. My mother was …

article | April 5, 2011

Definition of doubt: To lack confidence in To consider unlikely To be uncertain Many of you have commented lately that you are wrestling with feelings of doubt and discouragement in the area of faith. Some of youmention doubt casually as if it's …

article | July 1, 2020

I like to have a plan. Spontaneity is good and fun at certain times, but generally, I prefer to know where I’m going and when, especially when it comes to big life decisions. Where should I go to college? Where should I …

article | March 15, 2021

Those with the gift of mercy may find this post unnecessary, but if you lack compassion or feel overwhelmed in this area, read on. One of my strongest spiritual gifts is the gift of administration. (See Romans 12:6–8.) I’m a firstborn go-getter …

article | April 29, 2009

I had to get my driver’s license renewed yesterday. If you’ve done that before, you know it’s not a fun chore. I drove to the Department of Motor Vehicles, circled forever looking for a place to park, and stood in line waiting …

article | October 12, 2020

For he commanded and raised the stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea. They mounted up to heaven; they went down to the depths; their courage melted away in their evil plight; they reeled and staggered like drunken men …

article | June 8, 2011

Lie: I cannot go to church it is for two parent families. Truth: The church is made up of many parts and each one of us has a part in it (1 Cor. 12:27). Lie: If I find another man, I will …

article | June 1, 2002

1. Have Vision You, as a parent, need to make a long-term commitment toward raising your children to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. The word vision implies that you have your sights set on a goal and you are passionate …

article | June 22, 2015

At the conclusion of the women's Bible study last year, I was deluged with cards and emails from participants expressing their gratitude, reflecting on what they had learned, and, almost uniformly, uttering a confession I have heard so often that it no …

article | May 7, 2018

I grew up a PK (pastor’s kid) and was blessed with a father who authentically lived out in our home what he taught at church. He loved others, including his family, unconditionally and served them sacrificially. But like most pastors, he was …