One of the most convicting statements of my life happened last week. My oldest son, who is four, said: “Last year I didn’t know Christmas was about Jesus”. That hurt, but I also rejoiced because it means this year he does … Continue reading
The other day our oldest asked me: “Can we learn more Christmas songs about Santa?” (He had recently heard one.) I replied: “Santa is a big man in red clothes who comes into your house in the middle of the … Continue reading
America has become many people’s god. This is made readily apparent today – Election Day. Not because people are voting – by all means vote! – but because of the hopes and expectations people are putting in their leader and … Continue reading
One major Biblical concept we teach our children is that we reap what we sow. God has created our world to function within cause and effect relationships. In the physical space, we describe this as Newton’s Law: every action has … Continue reading
In our increasingly sexualized culture, it is getting harder to harder to be a man. Every year fashionistas continue to push the boundaries of what is appropriate for women to wear. Last week I had a conversation with a friend. He thinks … Continue reading
In my morning reading I was studying John 12. The passage of John 12:23-26 always interest me, because it is such a strong statement. Here it is. And Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man … Continue reading
There are strong commands in scripture regarding the world and the use of the world’s goods. Jesus warns us that many Christians will fall away because of “the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches and the desires … Continue reading
Everyone who wants to support homosexual practices points to the story of Jonathan and David and declare that they had a homoerotic relationship. I understand where that comes from, especially where it says “Jonathan loved him as his own soul” … Continue reading
The US Constitution divides our government into three parts: the judicial branch, the legislative, and the executive. We see this today in the Supreme Court, Congress, and the Presidential office, which have different roles that keep the others in check. … Continue reading
I’ve been hearing this question more, especially since Glenn Beck became popular (who is Mormon). I’m a little confused by this question, here’s why: The first time I really learned about Mormonism was when I was jumping on my friend’s … Continue reading