There is a word that is small, but in spite of its size it has left a significant impact. It has disrupted nations, families, marriages, and oneās relationship with God. It is discussed in nearly every form of religion, but in no other sacred book is the word treated as thoroughly as it is in the Bible. The word? Sin. … Read More
There are a hosts ofĀ Old Testament characters that we would do well to get to know. Caleb is one of them.Ā His story is told in Numbers 14 and Joshua 14. In the first account you find him with the 12 Israelite spies checking out the promised land.Ā You may remember that all 12 spies agreed the land was … Read More
Twenty years ago a deeply troubled young man stepped into my office.Ā He was accompanied by a friend for the sake of encouragement. Together they began to pour out his sad story. When he was in 8th grade he became a victim of sexual abuse at the hand of high school teen. As he had entered high school he struggled … Read More
God told Noah to build an ark, and he got busy. It’s a good thing he did, because the ark was really big. How big? Big enough that he needed God’s help to accomplish it. Those are the kinds of things I want toĀ attempt for God. Tasks so big, that unless God steps in, it isn’t going to happen. Chris … Read More
The Biblical book of Daniel is known for lionsā dens, fiery furnaces, and a host of prophecies. But it also tells the story of a man, and his commitment to God. That story begins in chapter one, years before the lions show up. Danielās people are taken captive, and he, with the best of the Israelites is transported back to … Read More
