We are all concerned about getting more stuff. There seems to be no end to it. What should we worry about?What should we try to accumulate?How much more do we need?Knowledge and wisdom would be a good start. That requires an inquisitive mind and a willingness to listen. On the lips of him who hasContinue reading “I Think You’ve Had Enough”
Category Archives: Health
What Does the Bible Say About Suicide?
The Bible mentions six specific people who committed suicide: Abimelech (Judges 9:54), Saul (1 Samuel 31:4), Saul’s armor-bearer (1 Samuel 31:4–6), Ahithophel (2 Samuel 17:23), Zimri (1 Kings 16:18), and Judas (Matthew 27:5). Five of these men were noted for their wickedness (the exception is Saul’s armor-bearer—nothing is said of his character). Some consider Samson’sContinue reading “What Does the Bible Say About Suicide?”
Children Do Not Tell Their Parents Who They Are Because They Are Children
I truly believe that actress and activist Sophia Bush is genuinely concerned about children. I truly believe that, in her heart, she is convinced that the best thing to do for a child who identifies as transgender is to affirm that child’s perceived identity. But is she right? Do kids know what is best forContinue reading “Children Do Not Tell Their Parents Who They Are Because They Are Children”
Sugar Theology
His eyes became bright. Jonathan put his sugar-coated hand to his mouth and displayed the power of one of God’s good gifts in his created world. It’s a power we all have known, indeed tasted, and yet many of us have grown so accustomed to it as to hardly recognize it anymore. At that moment, whatContinue reading “Sugar Theology”
What the Church Will Look Like After COVID
In the middle of March last year, churches across America shut their doors and warned congregants to stay home. The sheltering-in-place was supposed to last a few weeks, just long enough to flatten the curve of coronavirus infections and ease the pressure on healthcare providers. Few knew what to make of the news, or how long the pandemicContinue reading “What the Church Will Look Like After COVID”
America’s Ideal Age
If you could be one age for the rest of your life, what would you choose? A survey has found most Americans believe the “sweet spot” in life is right in their mid-30s. Specifically, the ideal age to be frozen in time is 36 years old. If you break it down by physical health, the average answerContinue reading “America’s Ideal Age”
Ministry With Not To
John befriended me in the church nursery before I can remember. He had seniority since he’s a little older than I am. We grew up together and remain great friends today. As we grew, I learned that John has what are called developmental disabilities. But, to me, he was just my friend and the oneContinue reading “Ministry With Not To”
The State of Church Attendance
We have passed the the one-year mark when Covid-19 disrupted the world and forced us all into a season of quarantine. Twelve months later, with most schools and restaurants reopened, we’ve learned how to go on with life while seeking to mitigate the spread of the disease and protect frontline medical workers from being overwhelmedContinue reading “The State of Church Attendance”
Everything a Christian Needs to Know about the COVID Vaccine
(The article is a bit long but comprehensive. A good read for every believer.) One of the greatest technological achievements in human history was the Apollo moon mission undertaken by the United States. Less than a decade before the successful Apollo 11 launch, and the return of the three astronauts to earth safely after twoContinue reading “Everything a Christian Needs to Know about the COVID Vaccine”
Don’t Look at It but Along It
Life came to a screeching halt nearly a year ago because of the COVID lockdown. This suspension of normal life brought with it the opportunity for reflection, something our busy lives rarely afford. One area the spring lockdown helped us consider afresh is work. For many, work slowed dramatically; for others, it got suspended indefinitelyContinue reading “Don’t Look at It but Along It”
