By David Faust I am a list maker. I keep on my desk a list of current things to do. Every Friday afternoon I plan the week ahead and write down what I need to accomplish. Non-list makers shake their heads at such habits. To them a task list seems restrictive and legalistic, but those […]
By Melissa Wuske Evangelicals Urge Government to Welcome Refugees In response to the worldwide refugee crisis, the Evangelical Immigration Table is asking President Obama and members of Congress to open the U.S. to greater numbers of refugees. “The United States of America has a proud history of welcoming refugees, and local churches have long been […]
By Dr. Mark Scott We should always interpret the Bible in light of the genre used because that sets expectations for interpretation. If I say, “Roses are red and violets are blue,” then I am using the genre of poetry. The reader interprets appropriately, expecting to see things like figures of speech, rhyme, and parallelisms. […]
By Bev and Phil Haas I’m finally admitting it—I worry about my kids. My husband says I worry way too much and should dial it back. So I’m looking for ways to stop worrying. Got any suggestions? The truth is, we live in perilous times, and many people, especially parents, are experiencing high levels of […]
By Dr. Mark Scott Proverbs 13:12 says, “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life” (English Standard Version). Who has not known the agony of waiting? Waiting seems like forever. But a laser focus on a strong goal helps us endure any delay. That is what Jacob found […]
