Do you ever feel like a cultural dinosaur? Do you sometimes feel obsolete, out-of-date, and passé? Do you no longer feel fashionable, useful, or valuable—like you have passed the peak of your effectiveness or popularity? As time passes, most of us wrestle with feeling like a has-been. The sharp-looking guy who was a heartthrob in […]
God’s gospel will always be good news in every place, every culture, and every time. God has placed in every man and woman a longing for him only he can fill. Here’s how it looks. The Testimony of a Changed Life In John 15:7 God promised to answer prayer according to his will. Psalm 66:18 […]
“Taste.” I extended a fork toward my husband. He shook his head. “No thanks.” I couldn’t blame him. The last time I experimented with a new recipe, the result was disastrous. Some people enjoy trying new foods. Each taste is an experience to savor, even if the dish isn’t completely successful. Others are more reluctant […]
One way to acknowledge God is to rest. Dr. John Walker has said, “A good night’s rest is way overrated.” Indeed, there are valid reasons for not being able to sleep well (see 2 Corinthians 11:27). Fred Craddock observed, “Sometimes the most spiritual thing we can do is go to bed.” Sabbath was part of […]
“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Have you ever said those words? I got a ticket for game two of the World Series in 1990 when the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Oakland A’s on their way to a four-game sweep. As a lifelong Reds fan I found their 2-1 victory so satisfying that I don’t mind if […]
