Will the pastor or the leader who functions as a CEO neglect the essence of the Gospel—to preach Christ without compromise and show genuine love and concern, meeting spiritual needs? Can he do this when his main focus is on bolstering attendance?
What is a hero? What is required to become one? NASA has identified nine characteristics that make heroic astronauts. Darvin takes those qualities and challenges Christians to make them an integral part of their lives, and in doing so, to become a hero.
Second Timothy is the last letter that Paul ever wrote. The letter is Paul's final farewell. He was in prison because of his faith—jailed for preaching Christ and the resurrection from the dead. This article covers three main points from Paul's final exhortation.
How can a person know what is imaginary and what is actual? We tend to depend on our five senses to help us sort the fictitious from the genuine; but did you know that those may be fooled? So if our senses are not a reliable guide, what is?
The relationship that parents have with their children in early years will set the course for that child's life. Where can you learn how to teach your child? God values children, and so should we. Let us learn from our Heavenly Father the best way to relate to the precious souls He has given to us.
There is no question that our conversation has much bearing on the witness and testimony that we leave with others. As Christians, should we be using “kids” in referring to children, or “the old man/lady” in reference to older people, or parents?
If life is a choice, why do so many people choose death by suicide? Read this article to learn more about being real with yourself and God. Learn to think beyond today and to consider the future heaven, or hell.
I am not promoting Democrat, Republican, or Independent—not even conservative, liberal, more social programs, or less spending. But I would like to ask: Why can’t we leave the word “Christian” out of politics?
In today's world, filled with rude and rushed people, the grace of Christian courtesy is more necessary and noticed than ever. An exhortation to express courtesy to civil and spiritual authorities, to the elderly, to women—leading by example in speech as well as in action.
Courtship is the pursuit of a relationship for the purpose of finding a life companion. Wise is the couple that starts slowly and considers well what they are doing. Keeping a long-range view will help them make decisions that will lead to treasured memories without regrets.
