AUTHOR’S NOTE: This story, along with nine other short reflections of Christmas and the New Year are now available in a small book, A Journey to Bethlehem: Inspiring… Read more “Just Drop the Blanket”
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The Christmas Truce
Peace on Earth. Christmas is a time when we celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace. The angels sang, “peace on earth, good will towards men”… Read more “The Christmas Truce”
Reflections on Bethlehem
Every December our collective thoughts turn to the little town of Bethlehem. We sing about it, read about it, and have a picture of it in our… Read more “Reflections on Bethlehem”
Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men
Peace on earth. Doesn’t that sound nice? Can you imagine a world that is . . . peaceful? At the core of our beings, this is what… Read more “Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men”
Thanksgiving -More Than ‘Pre-Christmas’
For the last several years it has felt to me that Thanksgiving has become a bit of an afterthought to Christmas. And trust me, I love Christmas.… Read more “Thanksgiving -More Than ‘Pre-Christmas’”
Praying for Revival, and Not Liking it When it Happens
It’s easy to say that this whole “Jesus is King” thing is not real, that this is somehow a publicity stunt, that Kanye isn’t REALLY a believer.… Read more “Praying for Revival, and Not Liking it When it Happens”
What Is the Difference between Pagan, Agnostic, and Atheist?
originally published for Crosswalk.com “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.” – Psalm… Read more “What Is the Difference between Pagan, Agnostic, and Atheist?”
Ready or Not, It’s Autumn
It is again September, and with the start of September comes the end of Summer. And the end of Summer can be elusive, but look beyond a… Read more “Ready or Not, It’s Autumn”
What Does “Hallowed Be Thy Name” Mean?
This post was originally published at BibleStudyTools.com, and is property of the Salem Web Network “Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name” (Matthew… Read more “What Does “Hallowed Be Thy Name” Mean?”
The First Day of School, and the Faith-Driven Influence of Mister Rogers
As we begin another school year, many of us are praying for teachers and students in our communities. Our schools are complex and intricate cultures, and they… Read more “The First Day of School, and the Faith-Driven Influence of Mister Rogers”
A Beautiful Tithes and Offerings Prayer
Originally published at Crosswalk.com When we think of ‘worship,’ our minds often turn to music and songs that we sing together on Sunday mornings. Yet, there is… Read more “A Beautiful Tithes and Offerings Prayer”
We All Bleed Blue
It is self-evident that St. Louis affected me more deeply than any other environment has ever done. I feel that there is something in having passed one’s… Read more “We All Bleed Blue”
A Culture with a Withered Hand
6 On another Sabbath, he entered the synagogue and was teaching, and a man was there whose right hand was withered. Luke chapter 6 recounts a fascinating encounter between Jesus,… Read more “A Culture with a Withered Hand”
Our Young People Truly are Under Attack
So it appears that some college students are “shaking” at the thought of the Vice-President speaking at their school. Now…regardless of your politics, something is dreadfully, terribly… Read more “Our Young People Truly are Under Attack”
Living in the Age of ‘None’
According to a recent report from the General Social Survey, “Nones” are now the largest religious demographic in the US. Those claiming ‘no religion’ now outnumber those… Read more “Living in the Age of ‘None’”
The Electoral College is as American as Baseball
The object of baseball is simple: hit the ball and score runs. If a team does these things well enough, they might get to the World Series,… Read more “The Electoral College is as American as Baseball”
Everyday Ash Wednesday
Not every Christian tradition observes Ash Wednesday, yet it is important to be aware that many around the world are participating in it as the season of… Read more “Everyday Ash Wednesday”
5 Ways We Can All Relate to Charles Spurgeon
Originally published at crosswalk.com At first glance, most of us have little in common with Charles Spurgeon. Many of us who grew up around church have heard… Read more “5 Ways We Can All Relate to Charles Spurgeon”
Forgetting What Lies Behind
2Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. PHILIPPIANS 3:2 The early Christian church had a problem. The problem… Read more “Forgetting What Lies Behind”
What Does the Name Jesus Mean?
(Originally published at crosswalk.com/Salem Web Network as part of the ‘Names of God’ series) I am a worship pastor, and I love studying the history of Christian… Read more “What Does the Name Jesus Mean?”
The Top Bible Verse of 2018 – What are We Afraid of?
According an article in Christianity Today, the most popular Bible verse of 2018 is Isaiah 41:10: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not… Read more “The Top Bible Verse of 2018 – What are We Afraid of?”
