By Sam E. Stone If you had lived in first-century Colossae, you would have seen much similarity to today’s world. Competing pagan religions and philosophies battled for the souls of the residents. A Christian should stand out in such a society. For this reason Paul wrote them this letter of encouragement and guidance. […]
By Shawn McMullen I know many Christian parents who are deeply committed to raising children who know and love God. They read books, search for helps on the web, and frequently talk to other Christian parents. Some attend weekend seminars and retreats led by popular authors and speakers. They’re always on the lookout for […]
By Amy Simon My husband builds model ships as a hobby. Usually he starts with a kit that contains all the necessary pieces; he just has to put them all together. Recently he tried to build a model from scratch, with no kit to work from. There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach. […]
By Darryll Davis I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live” (Galatians 2:20, King James Version). Few words pack more power than these. To identify with the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ feels superhero-esque. OK, so maybe you can’t use superhero-esque as a one word plug-in for your championship Scrabble game; but what […]
By Sam E. Stone Although the apostle Paul himself did not plant the church in Colossae, some of his associates did (Colossians 1:7). When he learned of challenges facing the congregation while imprisoned in Rome, he wrote this memorable epistle to them. His letter focuses on Jesus Christ. Apparently the Colossian church was being […]
