May 20, 2013 | 7 comments
I was watching part of the series titled, “The Bible,” aired this spring on The History Channel, and was struck by the producer’s rendition of the three Hebrew boys cast into the fiery furnace. The Israelites had been held in
April 15, 2013 | 1 comment
There is often a big difference between what we want and what we need. And it’s important to know the difference so that we make wise choices. For instance: Standing before a bakery counter chock-full of delicious desserts, you may
March 29, 2013 | 7 comments
Have you ever felt helpless, hopeless, or alone, unable to bear the burden of the moment? You don’t need to anymore. You are not alone. You are not helpless. Christ is with you. Christ is in you, giving you all the power,
December 24, 2012 | 10 comments
Christmas Eve is here. Are you ready? [It’s a trick question.] Of course you’re ready! Christmas is much more than eating and drinking, opening presents and being with people, or feeling badly because there are no presents to open or people
November 12, 2012 | 5 comments
I was driving through Richland last week, the city where I live, and in front of me was a pickup truck with the following words on its door and tailgate: City of Richland CODE ENFORCEMENT Nuisance Patrol Unit Nuisance patrol