Carpe diem is a Latin aphorism taken from the Roman poet Horace’s work Odes (23 BC), Book 1. It is usually translated as “Seize the day!” In other words, the past is irretrievably gone, the future is promised to no … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Because we are citizens of two kingdoms—the kingdom of God and the kingdom of man—we may very well feel, at times, like we just don’t “fit in.” The reason for this is the fact that both kingdoms operate on totally … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Labor Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the first Monday in September, which is meant to celebrate the economic and social contributions of workers. Today I would like to take a moment to celebrate the contributions of …... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
The Good News of the Gospel proclaims unimaginable liberty to us all. We have been liberated from hell. We have been liberated from the stranglehold that sin, Satan, and death once had on us. Tragically, however, many Christians foolishly believe... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
How well do you know God? The agnostic says that God is unknowable and beyond the reach of the human mind. Well, this simply is not true. God is knowable and you know it . . . and deep down, … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I used to think that all those adult years before Kim and I were saved were simply “lost” years of wasted time. Today I know better. We have a great promise from our good God that every perceived loss in … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
In the gospel of John, Jesus makes His seven great “I AM” statements that remind us of His deity and our destiny. I want to present one of them here to give you a word of encouragement … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Did you know that the grace that saves us is the same grace that sanctifies us? God’s ultimate goal in your life is to conform you to the image of His beloved Son, so to stay like you were when … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
So much of life is centered around meals. And who reading this right now doesn’t enjoy a great meal, shared with good friends? God has given us some wonderful things to eat in order to sustain life. But He has … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Growing up playing sports, I was always greatly encouraged when my parents were looking on during the games. Just knowing that they were watching me was a source of great encouragement, even when my performance was less than I had … Continue... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
