By Jacqueline J. Holness In December people begin reflecting on the best and worst parts of their year. For many, there will be high points from 2015 for which to be thankful, such the birth of a grandchild, a new home purchase, or a new job. Many will also be glad the year is coming […]
Devotional thoughts on Exodus 13:13b-15 and Luke 2:22-32 By Josh Cadwell Throughout the Old and New Testaments, God shows us the importance of birth order and sacrifice. Paul informed us that Jesus is “the firstborn over all creation.” Luke informed us that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed one. So it is easy to see […]
By Dr. Mark Scott There is an old downward spiral to sin that goes like this: If you hesitate, you will contemplate; if you contemplate, you will negotiate; if you negotiate, you will participate; and if you participate, you will desecrate. But maybe we could say that with the coming of Christ in his incarnation, […]
By David Faust Little waves create far-reaching ripples. Small businesses stimulate the economy. Tiny babies bring families great joy. Small groups create environments for abundant spiritual growth. Modest-sized congregations with great faith exert megachurch impact on the world. The Old Testament ends with 12 books we nickname Minor Prophets because they are short, not because […]
By Melissa Wuske Rising Persecution Around the World According to Christian Freedom International (CFI), every five minutes a Christian is martyred because of his or her beliefs. “They are your Christian family throughout the world,” said CFI president Jim Jacobson, addressing the global church in advance of November 8’s International Day of Prayer. “Pray for […]
