How we pray and what we pray for reveals the desires of our hearts. They become a litmus test for the depth and strength of our faith. How often and with what intention do we engage in prayer? This question not only pertains to individual Christians but also speaks volumes about the values and hopes of a church.J.I. Packer put it this way, "Prayer is the measure of a man, spiritually, in a way tha...  Read More

Seeking Truth: Where to find Wisdom and FreedomThe world is filled with conflicting opinions and subjective perspectives. Rather than the pursuit of truth standing as a beacon of wisdom, being right and having approval for what we believe in our minds to be reality is the goal of many. Truth exists and is real whether I accept it or not. The idea that “your truth is not my truth” supposes that tru...  Read More

As we push into January, a familiar behavior is seen. Many well-intentioned resolutions are made by millions of people, young and old. A recent survey by Forbes reveals the most frequently made resolutions for 2024.Improve fitness (48%)Improve finances (38%)Improve mental health (36%)Lose weight (34%)Improve diet (32%)Make more time for loved ones (25%)Stop smoking (12%)Learn a new skill (9%)Notic...  Read More

Introduction“The ideological and philosophical confusion that characterizes America is perhaps the biggest reflection of the nation's rejection of biblical principles and its decision to replace God's truth with ‘personal truth.” George BarnaWhile most people don’t think poorly about Jesus, they are not running to Him to deal with the issues we all face in this life. It seems most prefer to place ...  Read More

Finding the Goodness of GodAs the calendar turns once again, I’ve been thinking about what lies ahead in 2024 for my family and friends and for the world in general. It led me to consider that whatever the future brings, there is a certainty I can always rely on, the goodness of God. It’s my hope that you believe with all your heart in this important attribute of God. I am certain if you are a Chr...  Read More

It’s late afternoon on Christmas Day 2023 and all is quiet in our house. The kids and grandkids will not be here for a few more days and in this stillness, I’m reflecting on the Christmases of my childhood. As I do a rush of youthful excitement fills my heart. As a young boy, the mere mention of the holidays stirred a magical anticipation within my siblings and me, a journey that began in Septembe...  Read More