I was hanging out with my boys last Sunday, and watching them play this game called Fortnite, a war game where they can get different guns and ammunition, each with different levels of effectiveness. And the best gun in that game, according to my boys, is the legendary scar. It has the most damage and

As our love grows for the Lord, it can be easy to become upset with, or frustrated by, those who say harmful things and disrespect Him. It’s only natural. Think about how you would feel if someone was talking bad about your earthly mother or father. It just doesn’t feel good. And if we’re not

When we have been through trials and tribulation, we can connect and empathize more with the pain or struggles someone might be going through. In the same way, Jesus became fully human so that he would know suffering in the flesh, so that he could know temptation first-hand, and so that he could help those

Just like nutrients sustain plants and make them grow, and just like we eat food that contains nutrients that sustain our bodies, God’s Word sustains. That is why reading the Word of God is so important. It is our spiritual food. It is our food for our souls and for our eternal benefit. Image courtesy

On this day a year ago I learned of the loss of a dear friend and brother in Christ, Keith Massey. He was a brother who gave his life to Christ and faithfully served in the church full-time in the music ministry. He always greeted you with a hug, greeted you as “bro”, and brought

Don’t we all know someone, either at home, at work, or in our community who always seems to want to stir up trouble? And I bet you can think of someone who always seems to want to grumble and complain. Many church leaders tell me that this happens within the church continually. It seems like

The book of Isaiah is so applicable and relevant for today. The book starts off describing a world a lot like that in which we see today. It talks about how man is turning away from God, and the impending judgement that is to come. People trust in money, ungodly leaders, and are lustful, arrogant,

The book of Amos provides us another example of the power of prayer. The prophet Amos was given a vision of the Lord calling for judgement on Israel. Twice, Amos interceded for the people of Israel and cried out, “Sovereign Lord, I beg you, stop!” And twice the Lord relented. In a similar way, Moses

71 percent of the earth’s surface is water. Of all of the water on this planet, it is estimated that about 96.5% of all water is located in the oceans. Only 5% of the bodies of water have been explored, leaving 95% unexplored. The amount of water on our planet is hard to even imagine.

Let’s talk about diversity and inclusion. Many organizations are doing their best to embrace these concepts and help people feel welcomed and appreciated. We all agree this is a good thing. But how should we feel about these things when they go against our core values and beliefs? I mean, we are not all going