What do you strive for each day?  Is it to work as hard as you can, as long as you can?  Most of us like to put in a good day’s work, but eventually, we want to take a break and maybe enjoy a good meal, or some time with family.  Usually after a long work day, or a...

One of the advantages of having a Bible reading plan is that you don't only read the "greatest hits of scripture," but also encounter passages that are downright difficult. Here's something I've noticed about Scripture over the years. For every Philippians 4:13 and...

Philippians 2:9 New International Version (NIV) 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place     and gave him the name that is above every name, In true manhood, if you are not serving others like Jesus, you are not walking in Biblical manhood. It is hard and...

Jeremiah 29:11-14 (NASB) 'For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord , ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and find Me...

A few times this past week, I encountered several obstacles in the road as I traveled the daily highways of life.  Not counting dead animals, I had to swerve around large concrete chunks, potholes, and several pieces of truck tire.  I got stopped behind someone on a...

Every summer christians all over the world get stuck in a slump.  During the school year there is clear routine and schedules.  During the summer, all of the routine and schedule gets thrown out.  So how do you keep your relationship with Jesus healthy? I wish every...

I have been thinking a lot about relationships lately, whether that be marriage, friendships, parenting, working with co-workers, etc. As I’ve thought about it, I think I’ve put my finger on two of the most dangerous words we use in relationships. Now, don’t worry,...