Luis Acosta tells a story about thieves who broke into a large department store several years ago. But they didn’t steal a thing. The stayed long enough to accomplish their mission and escape unnoticed. Why did they break in? And what did they do? Continue reading
IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Words of Salvation
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My “Elijah Experience” On Mount Carmel
Jeff Stride tells a great story about a young man who joined the military and had just entered boot camp.
On the first morning, the unit was awakened early, dragged out of bed, and made to assemble outside by the drill sergeant. Seeking to instill fear in the recruits, the sergeant stood in front of soldiers and snarled at them: “My name’s Sergeant Jackson. Is there anyone here thinks he can whip me?”
Incredibility a young man raised his hand!!!
The Sergeant walked right over to the new recruit. And there stood the private. All 6′ 5′ and 280 pounds of him. The drill sergeant looked him dead in the eye and with all the malice he could muster repeated “So you think you can whip me, soldier?” Continue reading
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An Important Word From Moses
Tuesday I was Moses. Yes, Moses in the Old Testament! At least I played the role of Moses for our Vacation Bible School students. I have been selected to dress and act the part of a different Bible character every day. One little girl went home on Monday and told her mother that Noah was very tall! Well, so was Moses! Continue reading
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Jesus Loves the Little Children
You’ve heard of Children’s letters to God? Someone has collected letters and notes from children written to the preacher.
Dear Preacher, I know God loves everybody but He never met my sister. Yours sincerely, Arnold. Age 8, Nashville. Continue reading
IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Words of Forgiveness
He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him” (Jn 1:11). Some of the saddest words in the Bible.
God became man. He gave up the riches of heaven. He humbled himself. He lived among men. As a man. He was tired. Hungry. Thirsty. He suffered. He was tempted. Yet without sin. He was man. Continue reading
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Real Freedom
Freedom. It’s word that swells with emotion within our hearts. Freedom is synonymous with America. The Flag. July 4th. Fireworks.
Freedom speaks of the state of independence.Liberty. And a lack of restrictions. It is an opportunity to exercise one’s rights. To pursue your dreams. To fulfill your spirit’s longing. Continue reading
What Can the Righteous Do?
As work continues on the 1776 foot Freedom Tower scheduled for completion in 2013, I was reading that the foundation is 70 feet deep. We understand the importance of a solid foundation in building a structure of this size. Sadly, our country has forgotten the importance of a solid spiritual foundation. Continue reading
Why Does God Allow Suffering?
Have you ever taken some medication that promises wonderful results to alleviate some pain or problem? But there is a warning that says “possible side effects.” Isn’t life a lot like that?
One on hand life is full of joy. Pleasure. Adventure. Exhilaration. Enchantment. Excitement.
But there are some side effects! Like pain. Suffering. Heartbreak. Disappointment. Broken relationships. And death. Continue reading
Where’s God When I Need Him?
“God didn’t help me in a crisis, so has he let me down?”
This question was asked by a Kansas City Star reader. On Saturday the Star has a column “Voices of Faith.” The questions are answered by a panel of religious leaders. Two different men answered that question. Continue reading
IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! Anchor Points for Life.
Hurricane season is in full force. I don’t expect it to affect us much in Kansas! But I have friends and family in Florida, so I’ll still be alert to the forecast. A good sailor will tell you, “Don’t tie your boat to the land. You’ll regret it, if you do. Your only hope is to anchor deep. Leave some slack in the rope. And hope for the best!” Continue reading
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