Many times, the last words of great people contain very important messages. They are often a summary of that person’s life. For example, … read more

There are several words and phrases that are banned in our house because we don't want our two boys growing up hearing or using them. One of… read more

A few years ago, a newly elected politician proclaimed, “We are the children of the modern age!” … read more

[He] comforts us in all our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves… read more

Several years ago I received an email from a pastor who was going through some difficult times. He had battled a life-threatening illness,… read more

ashamed of someone else? People can be ashamed of their appearance, their social status, or their family heritage—anything that they feel is… read more

Racial and ethnic discrimination has existed throughout the ages. For instance, the Children of Israel were held in bondage in Egypt, multiple… read more

One of the best ways to test your Christian identity is to see how willing you are to tell others what God has done for you through Jesus Christ. … read more

Paul’s purpose for writing to Timothy was to encourage him and to remind him never to give up. The early church faced all kinds of trials and… read more

early church faced all kinds of trials and temptations. There were many who challenged Paul’s teaching. They also challenged Timothy’s… read more

We find strength in God’s power, motivation in His love, and wisdom in His discipline. But without the Spirit’s help, we can easily fall… read more

Have you ever heard someone describe a terrible situation and say, “There was nothing left to do but pray”? Talking like that, prayer… read more

There are two extremes in evangelical circles when it comes to this matter of speaking to the mountains in our lives. On one hand, many evangelicals… read more

When we go through tough situations, Satan takes the opportunity to throw his fiery darts. He tempts us to entertain our worst fears and anxieties so… read more

What do you do when you’ve been insulted, slandered, or injured? Is your first instinct to seek revenge? The thought of “sweet… read more

What do you do when you’ve been insulted, slandered, or injured? Is your first instinct to seek revenge? The thought of “sweet… read more

This current blog series on Reflections is intended to encourage Christians to read more vigorously by providing a beginner’s guide to some of… read more

For as long as I can remember, they've been talking about the "Big One." That mega earthquake that could bring down much that stands in… read more