The Hebrew people knew the stories of Joseph and Jacob and how they’d settled in Egypt four centuries ago on Pharaoh’s dime. But that was...

When someone keeps telling you to “be strong and courageous,” you might suspect you are up against something big.  And the Israelites...

Everyone of us wants to buck authority and resist the rules. That is why we have trouble with following the commands of God. The book of...

Two songs. When I was singing pew packers and teaching children's ministry there were two songs that were requested. Every time we sang....

Every parent has been there.  The trip ahead is long.  The travel schedule is tight.  You hit the road with a full tank, confident the...

It was perhaps the greatest opportunity ever.  God tells Moses that he wants to come to His people and dwell right in the middle of their...

There’s a wall in front of you.  Behind you is a past you are running from.  Beyond the wall awaits the promise of a new life.  But...

People nearing mid-life often crash into something startling and unexpected.  I suppose it is because we dreamed big dreams when we were...

The casting agent enters the room with her top picks for the show’s leading man and lady. The new series will follow the spellbinding...

Some movies start at warp speed. You are immediately sucked into hyperspace! Case in point: the opening scene in Star Wars, Episode I:...

Since the first of the year we have been considering the work of the Holy Spirit (if you haven’t noticed then you haven’t been reading). ...

Is the cup half empty or half full?  Doesn’t that argument get old?  However, when it comes to serving God, and living in this world,...

What does the Bible say about the birth of Christ?  The New Testament tells us what happened and we realize its significance.  Right?  I...

For some people this is an exciting time of the year.  They love the wrapping paper, bows, boxes, presents, cookies, candies, and pies. ...

In September - October 2023 (Volume 60, Issue 5) I was asked to join a series of articles on "Studying the Sacred Songs of Israel." in...

We live in a wicked world that is desperate for kindness. Often times I see signs that say “Choose Kindness,” “Be Kind” or “Give Kindness...

From 2001-2013 I attended 3 or 4 seminars with Ray Fulenwider. At that time I was using a lot of his material to help grow the...

I've been blessed to be a part of the Summerdale Church of Christ family for over 5 years now. We've gone through lots of changes in...

The year of 1911 was filled with praise for the Holy Scriptures. The media was overwhelmed with references to the Bible and the...

Gracious God, Giver of Every Good Gift, We acknowledge that life, health, and joy Are your pleasant favors to us. Thus we thank You for...