Articles on Faith and Spirituality

A Declaration of Trust

3/13/2024
When we place our full trust in God, the reward we reap is the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Alpha and Omega

8/20/2023
A simple prayer of praise for the start and end of each day, acknowledging that God is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.

The Hidden Power of the Cross

5/5/2023
Jesus didn’t just suffer for us, he suffers with us. Through the Cross of Christ we not only find grace to endure suffering, but also gain the ability to comfort others in their suffering.

Beyond the Label

4/25/2023
Deep down, I think most people are less interested in being defined than they are in being known.

The Bad Stuff

4/22/2023
In order for love to be meaningful, it has to be free.

Daily Prayer

11/13/2021
An intercessory prayer for the nation and the world.

Prayer for Salvation (Intercession)

8/2/2021
Are you concerned about the salvation of your loved ones? If so, get your combat boots on and get ready to do some spiritual warfare! Pray this prayer, build up your faith, and stand boldly on the Word of God.

Psalm 124: Adaptation For America, 2020

12/3/2020
A paraphrase/adaptation of Psalm 124, speaking to the crisis facing America at the present time.

Should Christians Pray for Miracles?

8/10/2020
Have you ever felt unworthy to ask God for a miracle? Take heart! Jesus encourages us to ask, and the blessing of His miraculous intervention has a farther-reaching impact than you can imagine.

Do Humans Have Value?

10/10/2018
Are you just a meaningless collection of chemical processes, or something of infinitely greater worth? A look at conflicting worldviews sheds light on this vital question.

Understanding and Managing Depression

9/9/2018
Some thoughts about depression, a look at some contributing factors, and ways to manage it.

Racism: Contrasting Cultural Marxism with Christianity

9/2/2018
We hear so much about racism these days. Why is that, and what does Christianity have to say about the subject?

What is Worship?

1/28/2018
Church-goers often use the term “worship” to refer to a time of singing, but true worship is a much deeper and more significant activity.

Repentance

9/28/2017
If you quote 2 Chronicles 7:14, don't leave out the most important clause.

Living to Please God

1/29/2017
What does the Bible have to say about how our actions please or displease God?

It Starts With Compassion

1/21/2017
What does it mean to have compassion for others?  Can we learn to live in a way that places the welfare of others ahead of our own?

Some Thoughts on Racism

1/6/2017
In a world caught up in violence and divisiveness, what steps can you take to model the love of Jesus and spread the message of racial reconciliation?

The Intersection of Faith and Civic Duty

10/29/2016
This priest has a message of supreme importance, relevant for all Christians in America at this most critical hour.

Relevant and Impactful

9/19/2016
What does it mean for the Church of God to be salt and light in the world in which we live?

Just One Hour

9/19/2016
Would you be willing to spend just one hour in prayer each day as we face a critical time for our nation?

Back to School!

9/2/2016
September is back to school month!  Will you help an underprivileged child receive an education?

Love and Hope

8/29/2016
What gets you through the most difficult times in your life?  And what are some ways that you can bring love and hope into the lives of others?

Why Are We Here?

8/19/2016
Have you ever wondered why we're here? What is the purpose and significance of our lives? And what can we do that will have lasting value?

August is Farm Animals Month!

8/10/2016
Would you consider donating one or more animals to bless a poor family this month?

Psalm 1: Alliterative Paraphrase

5/17/2016
The first Psalm paraphrased to conform to the style of Old English alliterative verse.

Shang Di

4/24/2016
A Chinese pastor shows how the God of the Bible is not just a “Western” god, but the God of the Chinese people, and indeed, the Lord of all the Earth.

Giving Tree

4/18/2016
The Tree of Life in the New Jerusalem bears a different kind of fruit each month. How might we do the same?

Batman vs. Superman and the Question About God

3/25/2016
Can an all-powerful God be all-good? The film poses this question, but does not attempt to answer it. Yet it's an important question that deserves an answer.

The Blessing of the Lord vs. the Wealth of the Wicked

10/8/2015
Our country is filled with people whose primary concern is to acquire and retain wealth, most often at the expense of others. When our lives intersect with theirs, it's good to remember what the Bible has to say about such matters.

The Law of Love

2/23/2014
What does the law of Moses teach us about God's heart, and how we can walk in love for one another?

Do We Really Need a Savior?

12/23/2013
Christmas heralds the birth of a Savior. But why was He sent?

Religion

5/22/2013
Is Christianity a religion, or a relationship?

He is Risen Indeed!

3/31/2013
Jesus not only gives us the hope of resurrection and eternal life; He can also bring the power of His resurrection into our lives today.

Forever Grateful

3/29/2013
Good Friday commemorates Jesus' death on the cross, without which we would have no hope of eternal life.

The Word is a Tree of Life

1/1/2013
The Word of God is a Tree of life, that will bear fruit for you if you cultivate it.

Available and Accessible

9/30/2012
Not bound by space and time, God is never too busy for us.

Invitation to Prayer

5/30/2012
Do you have any needs or concerns? Entrust them into the loving hands of the Father.

That Whole Mid-Life Crisis Thing (Part 2)

5/12/2012
Fortunately, we don't have to have all the answers.

Working Alongside the Master

3/14/2012
The opportunity to be and to work with Jesus might be closer than you think.

Patience in Affliction

12/28/2011
What do you do when the pain just won't go away?

Our Hope and Consolation

12/3/2011
To say that Jesus is our consolation implies that He will heal even the deepest of wounds.

Whoever Believes in Him

10/3/2011
God has made salvation accessible to all, free and without cost.

How Can We Have Hope in Jesus?

9/4/2011
The evidence for the Christian faith is both solid and abundant, providing firm ground for our hope.

Not as a Conqueror, but a Bridegroom

1/18/2011
Jesus' love for humanity is as deep, strong, and passionate as a bridegroom for his bride. Will you accept His proposal of marriage?

Give Me an Undivided Heart

1/1/2011
Wisdom is a good thing, but it fails in the absence of loyalty and obedience.

Eternal Rewards

12/26/2010
The things we labor for on earth will pass away, but Heavenly rewards will last forever.

Truly Blessed

12/25/2010
Are you willing to share the abundance of the blessings you have received with those who are less fortunate?

Intrinsic Value

4/13/2010
The value of a human life is not based on any utilitarian measure, but on the fact that we were created with purpose by a loving God.

Trustworthy

4/7/2010
God never breaks His promise. He alone is worthy of all of our trust.

On the Cross

4/2/2010
Jesus suffered on the cross to take away our sins and make a way for us to live in perfect unity with God for all eternity.

The Deliberate Exercise of Faith

2/24/2010
Our faith grows stronger as we actively choose to take God at His word each and every day.

No Greater Love

2/14/2010
God is the source and the pinnacle of every virtue. There is no one in all of creation who loves you more deeply and more intensely than Jesus.

Grace All-Sufficient

12/27/2009
Jesus' death on the cross is sufficient to cleanse you of all of your sins, completely, forever.

Available in Print

8/25/2009
We tend to take for granted the vast array of materials that are available to us in print, while others around the world scramble for just a single verse of Scripture.

By Way of Analogy

4/8/2009
A soldier by necessity must trust and obey his commanding officer. God is all-knowing, all-wise, and all-loving. He is completely worthy of our trust and obedience.

Victory in Prayer

3/30/2008
Effective insights on prayer from E.M. Bounds and Paul Billheimer.

And His name shall be called...

3/6/2008
What does it mean to say that Jesus is the Prince of Peace, and how can we apprehend that?
Go fall in love then.  Do something heroic... Live with courage.
— John Eldredge
Waking the Dead