Books have been written and movies have been made about all the wonderful things a dog can bring to our lives. Any pet owner knows there is a value in the animal that goes beyond a pet. They are…family. Dogs bring an unconditional love to our homes, and for people who struggle with loneliness, that … More I Didn’t Rescue My Dog…We Rescued Each Other

How many times have you cut open a piece of fruit and examined the seeds? It’s safe to say that most people pay little attention to the seeds, and only focus on enjoying the refreshing, juicy meat of the fruit. We cut the seeds out and discard them as being useless to our refreshing snack, … More Counting the Seeds in Your Fruit

This is an oldie but a goodie, worth sharing again and again. How you respond to your circumstances will determine whether you will succeed or fail. At the same time, even when someone is writing you off and throwing dirt on you they are still doing you a favor by offering a helping hand…even if … More Donkey in the Well

Most of us spend our lives wondering “What if?” At the same time, we know we cannot live in the past, or wonder how a different decision would have changed our lives. What we are good at doing though is taking simple everyday things for granted. It is these things that perhaps we should be … More What If…This Was The Last Time

Over the next two months I expect to hear that quote shared by more than a few people. Yes, Halloween just past, and Thanksgiving is yet to grace us with its presence, but it is November, and the holiday season is upon us. The closer we get to Christmas the more I expect to hear, … More “I Wish Christmas Was Over!” And That’s Sad.

I have sat in many churches, and heard many pastors give the message of good news. I have heard the gospel picked through into a wonderful message, and heard pastors teach their congregation how to pray. What I’ve never heard is a good explanation of God’s relationship to man. New Christians often say, “I don’t … More Understanding Your Relationship With God.

One day a man stood alone on top of a mountain and looked around. It was something he did every day for many years. He looked at where he was, and all that he had. On his little peak sat his small shack, nothing fancy, but it kept him warm and dry. He looked at … More Moving Mountains

Luke 10:18-20New International Version (NIV)                                                                      18 He replied, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. 19 I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. 20 However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are … More Fallen Angels, Giants, and Mythology. Pt. 2.

One of the most interesting things about studying the ancient near east in seminary was finding links toward what people view as myth, religion, and science. With this particular topic, modern Christianity shows its roots of division as scholars have so many diverse opinions which they are absolutely rooted in, that any other possibility becomes impossible … More Fallen Angels, Giants, and Mythology Pt. 1

Starting over. Two words that make people cringe who have had to go through it, especially if they have done it often. Unlike starting “out,” starting “over” can be either demoralizing or refreshing. Starting “out” is always exciting. Every 18-22 year old, venturing out on their own for the very first time are unjaded by … More Starting Over