This week, we are considering three places in the Bible where God remembers and, we are wanting to see the implications of that remembering.... Read More »
This coming weekend in America is Memorial Day weekend. For many of us, it is a great time for a break from work, a nice cookout with family and friends, and a nice... Read More »
This week, we are considering together the basics of ministry, and, on Monday we saw that we needed to reflect on the What, Why, and How of ministry in the local church.... Read More »
We all love to have someone tell us, “Hey, great job. I appreciate you.” And if several people tell us we are doing something right, that’s even better. Read More »
It was a Sunday afternoon several years ago. The whole family was gathered around the table for dinner. Our 4-year-old son Stevie led off our pre-meal prayer: “Dear heavenly... Read More »
Whenever I see the ocean (which is not often enough), I am awed by its sheer volume and beauty and power. Great ships loaded with oil or food or merchandise make long journeys... Read More »
Eutychus was probably not the first person to fall asleep listening to a preacher in a church meeting (Acts 20:9), and he certainly won’t be the last. Part of the blame can... Read More »
The Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Choir were presenting their annual Christmas concert. Near the conclusion, they were joined by the 4,000 members of the audience... Read More »
A little boy named Philip was walking down the street of a small Pennsylvania town when he heard a sound that had never before reached his ears. It was that of a piano. Ten-year-old... Read More »