“why is god not blessing me financially”.

Seven Steps To Having God’s Blessing On Your Finances

Why is God not blessing me financially? Here are a few thoughts.

How Do I Stop Watching So Much Media?

Over the years I have found that binge watching too much media is one of those secret sins Christians often wish to ignore. Almost no one I know would happily confess, “Why yes, I waste countless hours of my life watching too much TV, and I’m pretty proud of

Resolutions For Your Resolutions

Let’s take a couple of minutes to discuss the thing we have all been talking about this week, New Year’s Resolutions. There is something about “January 1” that motivates us to start something new and do things better than before. Undoubtedly it is the clean slate of another

The Light Of The World

One of my favorite parts of Christmas has always been the lights. I love driving through neighborhoods all sparkly and bright in the midst of the winter darkness. 2017 has been a year that I’ve been aware of the darkness more than ever.  News reports. Death. Disease. The frailty

How Small Beginnings Can Be Seasons Of Great Joy

As many of our friends and family know, there is a painting in our church prayer room that is very special to Janan and I. It comes from our friends Bob and Nancy Stouffer and has these words from Zechariah 4:10, “Do not despise the day of small beginnings.

What Do You Say To Your Christian Friend Who Believes It Is Wrong To Celebrate Christmas?

Some Christians believe it is wrong to celebrate the holiday of Christmas on the grounds that this annual celebration is rooted in paganism. There is, in fact, a decent chance you will have a conversation with at least one person this season who chooses not to celebrate Christmas because of

How Often Should I Read the Bible?

Reading Scripture is like eating. It provides the nourishment we need to face the ups and downs of life.

What Does Death Teach Us About How We Should Live?

There is a lot we can learn from tragedies. They remind us that life is temporary and we need to make the most of the time we have.

Guest Post

Don’t Despise the Brook

Have you ever felt like Prophet Elijah and wondered why you seem so far from the destiny you thought God promised? If so, there are four points to remember.

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What Is a Monday Christian?

How do I build a faith that works every day of the week? That's what The Monday Christian is all about.