Why Constant Activity Can Be Dangerous for a Ministry Leader
Most of the people I know in ministry are exceptionally busy people. Yes, there are some who are lazy and idle, but they are like overweight distant runners or pale lifeguards—rare.
Will 2016 Presidential Campaign Discourage Young Christians?
Amid ambivalence about the 2016 U.S. presidential campaign, there is a greater need than ever for young Christians especially to advocate a thoughtful Christian public witness.
When Personal Success Can Become Dangerous
This morning, my Bible reading guide brought me to 2 Chronicles 26 and the story of Uzziah. Uzziah was a great king in Judah. He began to reign as king at only 16 years old and he reigned for 52 years.
God Is Not Too Busy for Small Miracles
Two weeks ago I went to a theme park in Orlando with my spiritual son Paul, who was visiting me for my birthday. We went to SeaWorld to enjoy Manta, a roller coaster that restrains riders face down while jerking them around at 56 miles an hour. I was ready for the ride of my life, but then I did something really, really stupid.
Why ‘Pop Christianity’ Falls Short of Pleasing God
You may think my 10-year-old son is moderately tone-deaf when you listen to him sing, but he only rivals his father in our household when it comes to being a music lover. His interests are not broad, but laser-focused on one genre: Christian rap.
Is Sickness Ever God’s Will?
The well-known verse in Romans 10:8-10 says that all who believe with their hearts and confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and that God raised Him from the dead shall be saved. It seems fairly easy for us to trust that when we say this prayer and receive Jesus, we have eternal life in Him. And this is for ALL who believe!
