How to Conduct Ourselves as Ambassadors for ChristArticle; Posted 1/1/2004
The apostle Paul calls Christians 'ambassadors of Christ.' Our commission parallels what this world's ambassadors do and how they present themselves.
Our Personal Plumblines
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/16/2003
we learn righteous judgment through learning to see the consequences of our thoughts, words, and behaviors as they affect us and the lives of others.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/16/2003
we learn righteous judgment through learning to see the consequences of our thoughts, words, and behaviors as they affect us and the lives of others.
Developing a Mature Spiritual Appetite
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/2003
One of the most widely occurring metaphors in the Bible involves eating. We must develop the ability to feed ourselves properly, discerning the good and bad.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/2003
One of the most widely occurring metaphors in the Bible involves eating. We must develop the ability to feed ourselves properly, discerning the good and bad.
Godly Friendship: A Priceless Commodity
Article; Posted 1/1/2003
Here is how we should cultivate and appreciate our friendships, for they are a necessary tool in growing in godliness.
Article; Posted 1/1/2003
Here is how we should cultivate and appreciate our friendships, for they are a necessary tool in growing in godliness.
Stimulating a Spiritual Appetite
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/26/2002
A major key to our spiritual survival is the control, regulation, and re-direction of our appetites from what is not good for us to what is good for us.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 9/26/2002
A major key to our spiritual survival is the control, regulation, and re-direction of our appetites from what is not good for us to what is good for us.
Is God a Male Chauvinist?
Article; Posted 6/1/2002
Does God have something against women? On the contrary, the sexes are equal, and distortions of Scripture such as 'gender neutral' Bibles are unnecessary.
Article; Posted 6/1/2002
Does God have something against women? On the contrary, the sexes are equal, and distortions of Scripture such as 'gender neutral' Bibles are unnecessary.
A Time to Throw Away
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/1/2002
Many of us are pack-rats, saving everything for years until we have collected a mass of—well, junk. This is like accumulated sin—and it is time to get rid …
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/1/2002
Many of us are pack-rats, saving everything for years until we have collected a mass of—well, junk. This is like accumulated sin—and it is time to get rid …
Fast-Forwarding the Tape
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/6/2001
People cannot live without hope. To cope with trials, we should metaphorically fast-forward the tape to what comes later.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/6/2001
People cannot live without hope. To cope with trials, we should metaphorically fast-forward the tape to what comes later.
Fasting: Building Spiritual Muscle
Article; Posted 8/1/2001
Though fasting deprives the physical body of nutrition and strength, a proper, biblical fast adds conviction and depth to the inner, spiritual man.
Article; Posted 8/1/2001
Though fasting deprives the physical body of nutrition and strength, a proper, biblical fast adds conviction and depth to the inner, spiritual man.
The Buck Stops HereArticle; Posted 7/1/2001
Many people shirk responsibility for their errors, 'passing the buck.' Avoiding blame when we are at fault shows poor character, a failing we must overcome.
Spiritual Double Agents
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/1/2001
Double-mindedness is like being a double agent, serving two masters. As Christ says, one master will be neglected—and unfortunately, it is usually God.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 1/1/2001
Double-mindedness is like being a double agent, serving two masters. As Christ says, one master will be neglected—and unfortunately, it is usually God.
Words of Life, Words of Death
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/20/2000
By exposing the negative self-talk, we can turn the self-imposed words of death into words of life.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/20/2000
By exposing the negative self-talk, we can turn the self-imposed words of death into words of life.
The Spiritual Hard Hat Zone
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 9/1/2000
Christian's lives are constantly under construction. It is this point of view that makes it easier for us to deal with both setbacks and progress.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 9/1/2000
Christian's lives are constantly under construction. It is this point of view that makes it easier for us to deal with both setbacks and progress.
Servant Leadership: Practical Meekness
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/2000
Much has been said and written about leadership in the church in the past several years. Godly leadership is an outworking of the virtue of meekness.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/2000
Much has been said and written about leadership in the church in the past several years. Godly leadership is an outworking of the virtue of meekness.
Is All Fair in Love and War?
Article; Posted 5/1/2000
God gives us a great deal of freedom under His law, but do we have the authority to bend or break the rules under extenuating circumstances?
Article; Posted 5/1/2000
God gives us a great deal of freedom under His law, but do we have the authority to bend or break the rules under extenuating circumstances?
Purging the Rumor Bug from the Body of Christ
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/1999
The church grapevine is good at spreading news, but it can be evil when it spreads gossip and rumor. Gossip actually harms the gossip himself. Here's how.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/1999
The church grapevine is good at spreading news, but it can be evil when it spreads gossip and rumor. Gossip actually harms the gossip himself. Here's how.
Why Does God Keep Secrets?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/1/1999
By not revealing everything immediately, God has been employing teaching techniques that have taken the educational community thousands of years to discover.
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon; Given 10/1/1999
By not revealing everything immediately, God has been employing teaching techniques that have taken the educational community thousands of years to discover.
Righteousness from Inside-Out
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/1999
Many people fail to understand the kind of righteousness God is looking for. God wants it written on our hearts—not just a set of dos and don'ts.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 7/1/1999
Many people fail to understand the kind of righteousness God is looking for. God wants it written on our hearts—not just a set of dos and don'ts.
A Time to Laugh
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 3/1/1999
At the right time and in the right situation, laughter can indeed be the best medicine. Humor and merriment can be therapeutic both physically and spiritually.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 3/1/1999
At the right time and in the right situation, laughter can indeed be the best medicine. Humor and merriment can be therapeutic both physically and spiritually.
How Good Is Your Word?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/1998
We are known by what we say and how well we keep our word. How honorable and dependable are the promises that we make to others?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 12/1/1998
We are known by what we say and how well we keep our word. How honorable and dependable are the promises that we make to others?