By David Faust Rainbows fascinate me. Over the years I have seen little rainbows in the spray of an outdoor fountain and enormous gleaming arcs that tower over the horizon like domes. I have seen rainbows shining above farm fields, church buildings, and airport runways, and once I saw a double rainbow spectacularly suspended above […]
Grace Beyond Your Circle—Life Application for August 27, 2017
By David Faust My little long-haired Chihuahua welcomes me at the door when I arrive home with her tail wagging and an excited look on her face. Unfortunately, not everyone I encounter has such a welcoming spirit. Left Out Several years ago my wife, Candy, and I moved into a new neighborhood, and a man […]
Amazing Turnarounds—Life Application for August 20, 2017
By David Faust In sports we celebrate surprising comebacks when losing teams come from behind and win. Business leaders pursue positive turnarounds so failing companies can thrive and become profitable again. One of history’s most remarkable turnarounds is the transformation of Saul of Tarsus. Blinded on the road to Damascus, he fell to the ground […]
One Person’s Story—Life Application for August 13, 2017
By David Faust Philip went to Samaria and preached the gospel. Crowds gathered, miracles occurred, “there was great joy in that city,” and many “were baptized, both men and women” (Acts 8:5-12). What exciting times! However, Luke spends only a few verses telling about the city’s transformation, while he devotes nearly half of Acts 8 […]
Spread the Word—Life Application for August 6, 2017
By David Faust A popular new spicy chicken restaurant opened recently near my home, but I haven’t eaten there yet because it’s so busy I would have to wait too long for service. It reminds me of the time someone asked Yogi Berra if he wanted to eat dinner at a certain restaurant, and Yogi […]