Bible 101
Want to learn more about the Bible? about God? about Jesus? Dig into these resources for the basics.
3 words that will change your Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a spiritually dangerous time of year. Why? Because this is a season when many of us put our joy, happiness, peace, and…
Clear authority
All believers are royal priests of God with a personal ministry to share the gospel with people in their lives. But not all believers…
Really, Jesus? Be perfect?
One of people’s favorite ways of shucking off responsibility for their weaknesses and misdeeds goes like this: “Hey, I’m not perfect, y’know.” That excuse…
The grand reunion
I’m kind of glad that I didn’t live in Bible times. I sure do look up to the heroes of our faith—Abraham, Moses, Samuel,…
Revelation benediction #7: Your clothes are clean
So many different tribes of people on earth; so many different languages; so many different cultures, histories, and achievements; so many different nations. But…
Revelation benediction #6: The Bible is a big deal
Procrastinators have a way of pretending that the day of accountability will never come. Students know that there will be final exams but can’t…
Revelation benediction #5: You’re immortal
Pretty much everybody knows what it’s like to be mocked, shamed, humiliated, and ridiculed. Sometimes those things come because of your faith. Persecution of…
Revelation benediction #4: You made the guest list
Everybody in Los Angeles loves Hollywood parties. That’s where deals get hatched, that’s where the beautiful people go to be seen, and that’s where…
Revelation benediction #3: Stay alert!
I’m a little paranoid when I’m on the road and have an early business meeting. If I forget to bring my personal alarm clock,…
Revelation benediction #1: Read, hear, believe
The last book of the Bible intimidates Bible rookies. It is couched primarily in the language of visions and dreams and needs some care…
The best part of heaven
“Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise’” (Luke 23:43). My kids and I often talk about…
One way
“There couldn’t possibly be just one way to God. There are billions of people in the world!” “What about Jesus?” “What about Jesus?” So went a…