The pools of water in a mirage may appear clearer and more inviting than those of a stream, but only the stream’s water can quench our thirst. Weary and famished, a group of soldiers followed their guide through the desert in desperate search... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
“God’s timing was impeccable.” Dr. Bob Vanden Bosch’s experience backs up his words. I met Bob in 1975 at a Christian camp, and he started coming to our church. In February of 1983, Bob joined me as I opened the Senate in prayer. Afterwards,... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Today’s Scripture: Know therefore this day, and consider it in thine heart, that the LORD he is God in heaven above, and upon the earth beneath: there is none else. Deuteronomy 4:39 Every person we respect in history had flaws. George... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Cold weather isn’t forever. Over the past winter, we experienced extreme temperatures throughout the United States. Dozens of people died due to the weather conditions. Strangely, in the same conditions which pushed humans to the threshold of... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Assume the best, or don’t assume at all. Several pastors took a plane trip to a pastor’s conference, and they discovered another pastor from their area was sitting a few rows ahead of them in the first-class section. When the plane reached... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Taking a stand requires faithfulness, but sometimes a little creativity and ingenuity can help. As their long, flowing robes glistened in the light, highlighted by the brilliant flashes of a thousand camera bulbs, the 92 graduates walked down... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Kids may be cruel, but parents can be even worse. A church youth minister had been learning about youth ministry in college, and he wanted to know how the parents felt about his work. He decided to ask the parents to fill out surveys. When... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Was it the perfect set of coincidences or a divine appointment? En route to Galilee, Jesus made a point of passing through Samaria. His actions were considered taboo because the Jews and Samaritans had no dealings with each other. The... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Some people pray just to be heard; others pray so that God hears them. What’s the difference? The mother of a certain pastor had a habit of getting alone to talk with God. Every morning she went in the pantry and sat on a little stool. After... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
A good church is like a fine French cuisine. France is renowned for its restaurants. The prestigious Michelin Guide annually lists the finest restaurants in France and other regions and rates them according to overall quality. Receiving three... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
