This is for discussions of a spiritual and religious manner. I am a proud Christian and 100% of my posts here will have that slant. I will not tolerate bigotry!
George Fox was a preacher, revivalist, and the founder of the Religious Society of Friends, known as the Quakers. He considered himself a “dissenter” who was unafraid to preach the Gospel to the common folk and to politicians. He believed in an “uncompromising approach to the Christian faith” and never backed down. Here are my…
I am going to dispense with the politically correct version of the first celebrated Thanksgiving Feast, and tell it how I believe it happened based on my own studies on the matter. A band of Pilgrims, seeking freedom from religious persecution, fled from the British Empire and set sail on the Mayflower. They endured harsh…
Evan Roberts (June 8, 1878 – January 29, 1951) was a preacher, evangelist, and poet who oversaw a Christian in Wales. Many came to hear him preach and it was even said his tent meetings drew more crowds than sporting events. He would eventually retire, but continued writing, and his words still inspire us today.…
Flannery O’Connor (March 25, 1925 – August 3, 1964) is a Southern Gothic novelist who explored themes of morality and grace. Her novel ‘Wise Blood‘ was made into a film by iconic director John Huston. Throughout her success, she always gave glory to God and used her faith as inspiration. Here are my top 10…
‘The Church of Christ’ is a very short booklet by Japanese author Ayako Miura. It was originally published Fall 1972 issue of The Japan Christian Quarterly and has since become a noteworthy writing to Japanese Christians. According to the synopsis on Goodreads: “This is a precious chapter from the book Michi ariki (A way was…
Fear. It is in abundance these days, especially this Halloween. There are so many things to make us afraid, but fear is the one emotion Christ warned us about. As a Christian, I often turn to the Bible to help me find inspiration when I feel fear. In no particular order, here are 10 Scriptures…
This Halloween, I’ve seen superstition rise on social media as well as in my own personal attitude. I was shopping the other day and refused to walk under a ladder. I’ve been avoiding the number 13. I see all kinds of scary things come my way and I seem to be avoiding going around them.…
Self-control is a Christian virtue. In fact, it is listed as one of the Fruits of the Spirit, values important to life. There are so many things to test our patients and can make us feel like we are going to give into temptation, but having self-control in our circumstances can help us develop character.…
William “Bill” Bright (October 19, 1921 – July 19, 2003) was a Christian author, preacher, activist, and filmmaker who proudly worked across denominations to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His ministry Campus Crusade for Christ helped reach college students and his movie ‘Jesus‘ is officially accredited by The Guinness Book of World Records as…
John Wycliffe was a 14-century scholar, theologian, and Bible translator who brought the Gospels into the hands of the common folk by writing them in Middle English. From there, he laid the groundwork for a new generation of Christians to rise out. Here are my top 10 quotes from John Wycliffe: “I believe that in…
2021 was a stormy year for a lot of people. Going into the Fall I am reminded how life is tough. No one promised us that life is fair, but one thing God promised us is that He would always be with us. Be of courage and good cheer because even though we go through…
Ahead of their album ‘Stand’ comes this newsboys song “Ain’t It Like Jesus.” The number definitely illustrates how the band remains a household name. The song has an uplifting beat and encouraging lyrics. It tells of how Jesus can turn around a situation, even if it feels like a loss. They definitely bring out their…
A. B. Simpson was a pastor and theologian who was a founder of Christian and Missionary Alliance, a denomination that helps spread the Gospel to the world. Simpson became a devout teacher and a hymn writer who used his music to share the message of Christ. Here are my top 10 quotes from A.B. Simpson:…
Patience is a virtue. In fact, it is a Christian virtue. There are so many things to test our nerves and can make us feel like we are going to break, but having patience with our family, friends, neighbors, and with our circumstances can help us develop character. The Bible has some incredible wisdom on…
A.W. Tozer was a pastor, editor, and author who would often warn the Church compromising with “worldly” concerns. His sermons, books, and magazine articles taught about the strength of God, the need for prayer, and the teachings of Christ. Here are my top 10 quotes from A. W. Tozer: “I can safely say, on the…
Caleb Hyles has made a career out of not only doing some cool original songs but some pretty cool covers as well. This time, he is covering Skillet’s epic rock ballad “American Noise.” The original song is pretty cool. Skillet is probably one of their best songs so I was curious to see how Caleb…
In June 1997, Chicago Tribune columnist Mary Schmich wrote an essay titled ‘Advice, like youth, probably just wasted on the young’ also known as “Everyone is free (to wear sunscreen).’ She dispenses advice for the upcoming graduating class including ‘If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it.’ It is well…
This Is Not A Test was the 2020 album from singer, poet, and songwriter Toby McKeehan also known as Tobymac, one of the former members of DC Talk. The album includes Light Shine Bright which he sings with Gotee Records singer Hollyn. Today, I’m taking a look at the Denver live performance of his song Move (Keep Walkin’), a…
John Paul I was the shortest-serving Catholic Pope, serving for barely a month August 26, 1978 – September 28, 1978, when he died. During that time, he was known for his kindness and friendly demeanor. These attributes earned him the nickname The Smiling Pope among Catholics, but the media called him the September Pope. During…
Festo Kivengere (1919–1988) was a Ugandan Anglican evangelist who stood up to the brutal dictator Idi Amin. He spread the word throughout Africa and stood up to true evil. Despite numerous death threats, he wrote a book forgiving those who targeted him all while proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Here are my top 10…
Kindness. It seems to be lacking in abundance these days. There are so many things to make us bitter and fearful, but a little bit of kindness can a long way in helping your fellow humans. Even as a Christian, it can be hard to be kind, especially when the world seems to be in…
Luis Palau Jr. (November 27, 1934 – March 11, 2021) was a teacher, author, and evangelist who shared his love for Christ to the entire globe. Born in Argentina, he moved to Portland at a young age to study the Bible and became a minister who shared the Gospel with courage. Here are my top…
Christian music singer and musician Jason Crabb delivers “Before” a song that he co-wrote with Tony Wood and Jay DeMarcus from his EP album Just As I Am. “I have loved hearing what this song has meant to you in your own lives,” he said on social media about “Breath.” “When life gets hard, sometimes…
Written by Tobymac and Micah Kuiper, the single “Help Is On The Way (Maybe Midnight)” hit the radio waves and was released digitally. This time, he delivers it as a live performance from his Drive-in Theater Tour 2021. The live performance is pretty sleek. Tobymac knows how to get your attention and this show is…
Bishop Nikolaus Ludwig (26 May 1700 – 9 May 1760) was a German scholar, social reformer, theologian, and bishop of the Moravian Church who helped shaped many beliefs of the Protestant Church to this day. His hymns and teachings hold a special place. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from him: “I have but…
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