Several years ago, Time Magazine published an article entitled, Does God Want You to be Rich? (September 18, 2006). On one side of the question are those who tout a prosperity theology which says that God wants us to be prosperous and happy. On the other side are folks who are saying, in effect, “I […]
You Are the Light of the World
Jesus’ declaration in John 8:12 has a way of brightening our day in more ways than one: “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Those are amazing, encouraging truths in a sin-cursed world that is becoming increasingly godless and dark. […]
And Down the Stretch They Come!
Elliott Walden is a successful thoroughbred racehorse trainer. He’s the president and CEO of racing operations for WinStar Farm near Versailles, Kentucky. In 1998, he conditioned Victory Gallop to a win in the Belmont Stakes, the third leg of the U.S. Triple Crown series. Elliott says he can never tell how horses will react coming […]
He Is Worthy
In the book of Revelation, John describes a vision of worship in Heaven. The angels gathered around the throne speak of God and Christ as “worthy.” “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power” (Revelation 4:11). “You are worthy to take the scroll and open its seals” (5:9). “Worthy […]
Obedience: A Manifestation of Love, Faith, and Worship
What is it in my life that seems unfair or is hard, or that I don’t understand, or that I don’t want to do because it hurts? Why do I often find myself face-to-face with the confusion of pain and sorrow? If God is the God of the impossible, then why doesn’t he take this […]