“Comedian Nate Bargatze says his career isn’t just about getting laughs — it’s about living out his belief that he is ‘second to God,’” wrote Leah MarieAnn Klett in the Christian Post.
I have to admit I’d never seen his act—or even heard of Nate Bargatze. Yet he’s been performing stand-up comedy since 2002. In 2024, he was the highest-grossing comic, selling over 1.2 million tickets at sold-out venues across America. Continue reading
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“You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.”
This famous proverb, widely attributed to Winston Churchill, reminds us that our careers and paychecks help us make a living, but our generosity, kindness, and service to others are what give life its deepest purpose and meaning. Continue reading
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Today is the 150th day of the year. With June 1st approaching on Monday, we’re reminded of Kyle Busch’s statement, which we wrote about on Tuesday: “You Never Know When the Last One Is.” If you missed that post, be sure to read it. Continue reading
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“The first eleven verses of Romans 5 may well be the most powerful words that have ever been penned by mankind,” posted by peaching colleague and Facebook friend Russ Bowman.
Every day, Russ has been posting some short thoughts he titles “From my Daily Bible Writing, for you to chew on.”
The other day, Russ posted this introspective and personally reflective thought that I’m chewing on. So, I’m sharing this, trusting that our readers will profit from pondering on these thoughts as well. Continue reading
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“As we approach the nation’s 250th birthday, the country that older Americans once knew seems to be slipping away,” opined conservative columnist Cal Thomas in a recent post.
Thomas cited the attitude of “The Greatest Generation,” who banded together during the challenging days of the Great Depression and World War II.
“We’re in this together” was the motto and mantra of that era. Continue reading
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In his book, Water from a Deep Well, Theology Professor Gerald Sittser suggests that many modern Christians suffer from spiritual shallowness because they only draw from contemporary sources. The past, he argues, provides deep nourishment for faith and discipleship.
Sittser then offers this observation and indictment of modern Christianity: Continue reading
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On May 15th, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch won the 2026 Ecosave 200 at Dover Motor Speedway, his record-extending 69th NASCAR Truck Series victory.
After taking the trophy, a Fox Sports reporter asked Busch, “Why do these moments never get old, Kyle?” Continue reading
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My Facebook friend and preaching colleague, Warren Berkley, publishes a blog called Berksblog where he frequently shares short, thought-provoking quotes from various authors.
Recently, he posted this striking quote from Jennie Allen’s book Get Out of Your Head Continue reading
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Our Wednesday night class at West Citrus is studying “Major Lessons From Minor Bible Characters” based on a workbook by Matt Hennecke.
Last night’s character might not seem so “minor” to those who grew up attending Bible classes and singing about him.
Can you guess who he is? Here are two hints.
He was a “wee little man.”
He climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus. Continue reading
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