With November’s election now behind us, we find ourselves in a strangely quiet political time. For a few short weeks before new political battles erupt, we have an opportunity to reflect on what we’ve been experiencing during the past election season, perhaps discerning a few nuggets of wisdom to help guide us in the months and years to come.
Read MoreAdvent is a time of anticipation and waiting. The church year keeps us focused on the life of Jesus. Advent, the first season of the church year, brings us to the beginning of Jesus’ life, where He becomes incarnate—where He came into the flesh—to be born of a virgin, set in a manger, and reared in a family.
Read MoreAs we arrive at the end of a very long and stressful election campaign and cycle we must remember that one of our primary responsibilities as Christians is to pray. Pray for our nation, pray for our leaders, and pray for God's will to be done in our election.
Read MoreThe Church has fallen on hard times in America. She is in statistical decline, aging and contracting. In the normal course of things aging brings maturity, and with maturity comes wisdom – usually. Maturity, therefore, must be passed along to the next generation. However, that’s just it. The next generation is missing from many congregations.
Read MoreThe book of Acts begins with the dramatic story of how the church was birthed in Jerusalem by the Spirit working through the word. The living and abiding word of God bridged sixteen diverse cultures when the apostles spoke the mighty works of God in their own tongues “as the Spirit gave them utterance” (Acts 2:4).
Read MoreIs it possible? Is there a political cause everyone can feel good about supporting?
As we enter into the final stages of this political season, one thing is clear: there is much confusion and much controversy regarding most political issues. There is, however, one issue that stands out in contrast --- one issue that enjoys broad bipartisan support. That unifying issue is greater parental choice in education!
