Sunday marks the annual celebration of the greatest event in human history: the resurrection of Jesus Christ! Although every Sunday is a weekly commemoration of this triumph, once each year we especially rejoice as we give God glory for His victory over death! Jesus’ resurrection demands a response from every…
One of the realities of twenty-first century America is the background check. Not only do most firms include these in their hiring considerations but they’re also now used by most youth sports organizations and churches for all individuals that have contact with children. Although it involves some expense, it is…
We are closing in on that annual phenomenon known as March Madness when 68 teams compete for top honors in college basketball. Athletes, coaches, and fans eagerly await the invitations to see if their school has been included in the Big Dance. There is also a competition for women’s teams…
Most of us are familiar with the old bucket brigades. Prior to ladder trucks, long hoses, and trained firemen, volunteers assembled in a line and passed buckets of water from a source to douse on the flames. Although much less efficient than modern methods, it did save lives and property.…
Awhile back, my wife was talking to an 8 year old girl who had almost no exposure to Jesus. Her parents had not taken her to church nor had they taught her at home. As Nancy visited, the subject of church arose and the girl asked, “Why do churches have…