My mother said it so often when I was a kid that I’d roll my eyes as soon as I heard the first two words. I knew what would follow as sure as I knew my own name. “Two wrongs…don’t make a right.” I wish Robert Dear had learned that lesson at his mother’s knee. For...
Once again, in the face of evil unleashed on the unsuspecting, God is being mocked. This time the source of mockery is a 96-year-old bastion of journalism, The Daily News, based in New York City. In response to the tragic shooting in San Bernardino, many public...
Each year, during the month of November, I post a daily declaration of something I'm thankful for. In honor of this Thanksgiving Day, here's my list for this month: A month of thanksgiving: Day 1 – Thankful for God’s sovereignty in the world…and in my life. Day 2 –...
Have you ever been thankful for nothing? For what you don’t have? For the times God said no to your request? Lately, I’ve been thinking about how thankful I am for…nothing. Yes, you read that correctly. For what I don’t have. It’s a feeling that’s been building for...
Are we fighting a culture war? Maybe the better question is, should we be fighting a culture war? Many Christians today believe we are. That our nation has not just taken a wrong turn, we’ve forgotten our destination. Cue the protests. Boycotts. Name-calling....
Okay, come clean. I know I’m not the only one who has occasionally been annoyed by teens who trick-or-treat on Halloween. Even putting aside their age, all too often they either dress in the goriest costumes or they don’t bother with a costume at all. (I know –...
As the weather changes and temperatures cool, our thoughts turn to the upcoming holidays. November brings thoughts of gratitude and Thanksgiving celebrations. December ushers in our rejoicing at the birth of our Savior. But before we reach those days, we have to pass...
A recently-released movie has brought the subject of prayer front-and-center. Yet even on the topic of prayer, Christians don’t seem to agree. War Room has exceeded all box-office expectations. Many Christians view it as a much-needed call for believers to get serious...
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could declare a day for all conflicts to be resolved? Well, someone came up with that idea and declared October 15 Conflict Resolution Day. Actually, true and perfect conflict resolution will come when Jesus Christ returns. Still, I don’t...
Ever been told a fish tale? You know, a story about “the one that got away.” With every telling of the story, the fish gets bigger and bigger. When it comes to the Bible, the book of Jonah is maligned as a “fish tale” by those who don’t believe the Bible. The biggest...
Strong Women In honor of Mother’s Day, many church sermons will be shared this weekend extolling the wonders of...
Confessions of a Recovering Pharisee Have you ever looked up to a pastor or teacher, wishing you could be as...
Imposter Syndrome Have you ever struggled with imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome occurs when people see you...