By David Faust Doesn’t the word prefix sound like it means to fix something ahead of time—before it’s broken beyond repair? “Mr. Mechanic, please prefix my car so it won’t break down.” “Mrs. Chef, could you prefix our dinner so it’s ready at 6:30?” Of course, a prefix actually means a few letters attached […]
But As for You–2 Timothy 3
By David Faust As our society drifts farther from God, what will it be like 10 years from now? or 30 years from now? How can young people be faithful to God when they grow up in a cultural cesspool? It’s tough out there. “Everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ […]
Faithful Sayings–1 & 2 Timothy; Titus
By David Faust A wise axiom says, “You cannot train a horse with shouts and expect it to obey a whisper.” In healthy families, parents speak truth to their children, but they do it in love. In healthy churches, leaders set the tone by communicating well. In healthy workplaces, employees understand their company’s mission […]
Tied for Worst–1 Timothy 1:12-17
By David Faust Can you imagine a conversation between King David and the apostle Paul? “I consider myself the worst of sinners,” says Paul. “Funny you should say that,” David replies. “I feel the same way about myself.” “But you have to understand,” Paul insists, “I persecuted God’s people and threw them in jail! […]
Honoring God by Working Well–2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
By David Faust Someone sent me a list of the best things to say if you get caught sleeping at your desk. The suggestions include: • “They told me at the blood bank this might happen.” • “I was meditating on the company’s mission statement and envisioning a new paradigm.” • “Ah, the unique and unpredictable circadian […]