Thinking About Heaven
The older I get the more I think about heaven. As the majority of my life passes behind me I am so glad I have a future in heaven with …
The Bible and the Prosperity Gospel
We in the USA have a higher standard of living than almost anyone anytime, yet suicide and emotional problems are at a record high. We hear about the tragic lives …
Does God Care How Much You Weigh?
Weight and appearance are big issues today. Americans spent more than $75 billion on weight loss and diet control last year. The CDC says 41% of Americans are obese. What …
Lessons From Bible Grandparents
It’s easy to overlook the role of grandparents in the Bible until you become one. Then you notice and appreciate the special role God has for them. Actually, most of …
What Does it Mean to Spiritually Lead Your Family?
Being a godly man is one of the top goals of my life, but it hasn’t been easy. I’ve had to learn what it means to me a man, no …
My Household and I Will Serve the Lord
One of my favorite Bible verses is Joshua 24:15: “But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” I’ve had a plaque with it written on it …
Are You Humble?
There was a time when humility was an important trait to have, but those days are long gone from today’s culture. Everything is about me: meeting my needs, what makes …
Unnoticed Blessings
When we think of God’s blessings, our minds often conjure up happy relationships, being financially secure, enjoying life, having good health and similar things. Those certainly are blessings, but are …
It’s OK to Question God – 2
In the last blog I pointed out that is s OK to question God as long as we do it in an attitude of trust and submission. Not only is …
It’s OK to Question God – 1
Do you ever wonder about something God is doing (or isn’t doing)? Do times of doubt come? Are you sometimes uncertain about what He expects and why He expects it? …