Another Look by David Faust Carmen* is only in her 20s, but the years have taken a toll on her body and soul. She grew up around substance abusers, and her mother and grandmother abuse drugs to this day. From a very young age Carmen learned to use heroine and other drugs as a way […]
The purpose of art part seven: good art or bad?
Christians and Culture by Dr. Charlie W. Starr How can we tell good art from bad art? How do we watch movies, listen to songs, and read books in order to get the most meaning and the most entertainment out of them? When should we ask, “Is it true?” This month we talk about what […]
Finishing Strong
By Marshall Hayden Legend has it that my great-grandfather milked his goats the day before he died at the age of 96. He built a small house for himself and my great-grandmother when he was 80. He organized and supervised a gang of the men in the family and led the way in breaking up […]
Living like a leader
The Editor’s Desk by Shawn McMullen Building on last week’s editorial, here are a few more timeless leadership principles to consider. Holiness is not optional. God expects his leaders to live holy lives. Although he requires holiness from all his children (see 1 Peter 1:13-16), he especially requires it from those he uses in specific […]
From the Depths to the Heights
By Robert C. Shannon No one knows who wrote the book of Joshua, but everyone who reads it knows why the book is called “Joshua.” He is the principal character. While it is important to know this remarkable man, it is more important to know the God who used him mightily and blessed him greatly. […]
