Out of Many, One
Unity is a concept that has no borders, being advocated by many nations around the world for hundreds—perhaps even thousands—of years. It’s used in the national mottos of over 40…
Not My Problem
“That’s not my problem.” The phrase has been used for decades. We hear it on the television, in movies, our friends say it and we may even say it ourselves.…
Don’t Be a Fool on April 1
Although April Fools Day is not an official holiday, we all recognize it as a special day. Many different cultures have had days of foolishness around the start of April,…
The Fountain of Eternal Life: Quenching Spiritual Thirst
Here in Florida, spring has arrived, soon to be followed by the hot humid summer. We can look forward to those scorching hot summer days, when our skin quickly turns…
Springing Into Stewardship
“Ask the LORD for rain in the spring season, the LORD who brings storm clouds, and heavy rains, who gives to everyone grain in the fields.” Zechariah 10:1 Finally, it…
Consumerism: The Modern-Day Serpent
“Now the snake was the most cunning of all the wild animals that the LORD God had made...the snake said to the woman: ‘You certainly will not die! God knows…
The Trustworthy Steward: Preparing for Lent
“Now it is of course required of stewards that they be found trustworthy. (1 Corinthians 4:2) Too many times when we think of stewardship, it is a code word for…
Solidarity Through Stewardship: Loving Your Enemy
Think back to the last time you needed to forgive someone you considered an enemy. hurt someone you love It may have been a neighbor, a friend, or a family…
Matthew 4:22–Leaving Behind Earthly Endeavors to Serve God
One of the most well known stories in the Bible is that of the “Fishers of Men,” when Jesus calls the first apostles to serve his mission. According to Matthew…
How are You Answering the Call to Serve? (John 1:29-34)
Throughout history, there have been documented accounts of brave men and women answering God’s call to serve him. One particularly powerful story can be found in John 1: 29-34, documenting…