By S’ambrosia Wasike Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be counted among the small number of people throughout the history of humankind who have actually seen Jesus? We have all read plenty of biblical accounts of his life and can recite them as if we had written the manuscripts ourselves, but […]
By Dr. Charlie W. Starr Beauty appeals to the imagination. In part that means it appeals to our senses (like sight and sound). One of the qualities of good art is that it shows rather than tells. Art doesn’t tell us that we should be brave. It shows us courage so profound that it is […]
By Christy Barritt Poll: Americans Support Gun Rights More than Gun Control For the first time in decades, more Americans support gun rights than they support gun control. Furthermore, the majority of Americans believe gun ownership makes an individual safer. According to a new poll from Pew Research, 52 percent of Americans currently say it’s […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Imagine that during your small group meeting you are attacked by terrorists. What are your current strengths and weaknesses? What is your best response strategy? Read Ephesians 6:10-20. 2. When people choose Christ, they choose sides in a cosmic battle and enter the battleground. Do you agree or disagree? Why? […]
By Sam E. Stone Today we complete this quarter’s survey of practical help for Christian living. Having considered such themes as worship, prayer, and stewardship, we now focus on the reality of the believer’s battle with the devil. William Hendriksen pointed out Paul’s emphasis on the source of power for believers: “Apart from Christ, Christians can […]
