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.…
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…
Sarah Moore Grimké (November 26, 1792 – December 23, 1873) was a suffragette, abolitionist, and Bible-believing Christian. From her early days, she fought against slavery and for women’s rights. No matter what opposition she faced, she was steadfast in her Quaker faith and cited as the source of her strength. Here are my top favorite…
Fanny Crosby was a Christian songwriter, poet, teacher, but also a missionary who helped so many people in America’s urban centers in the United States. Not only did she compose several hymns, she also wrote several patriotic songs to celebrate her country. Whatever she wrote, she never forgot her love of God. Though blind, her…
Aimee Semple McPherson, also known as Sister Aimee, was an evangelist and a pastor who served God through the power of the radio. She inspired countless people to come to faith in Jesus Christ, using the power of media and the sincerity of her voice. Here are my top 10 favorite quotes from Aimee Semple…
Originally a highly successful shoe salesman, Dwight L. Moody left it all behind to become an evangelist. From there, he became an internationally sought after speaker who declared his love for God across the United States and into Europe. Here are my top 10 quotes from DL Moody: “Faith makes all things possible… love makes…
Leonard Ravenhill was an evangelist and author who spread the call to a Christian revival across the United States and the United Kingdom. His sermons emphasized the power of God, the need for holiness, and the importance of prayer. Here are my top 10 quotes from Leonard Ravenhill: “Today’s church wants to be raptured from…
Charles Finney was not simply a preacher or a theologian, he was a revivalist who called on the United States to return to God. He was an abolitionist, minister, and became known as the “Father of Modern Revivalism.” His calls to repent, sanctification, and holiness have not been forgotten and are still taught to this…
Evangelist and author John G. Lake believed in the glory of God, never lost sight of our Savior Jesus Christ, and always had a thoughtful word of wisdom to share with his fellow believers. Whether it is on the truth of the Gospel, the power of God, or the divine nature of Christ, here are…
Charlie Pluth has a very unique sounding voice. He uses it to his advantage by combining with Selena Gomez in We Don’t Talk Anymore. The song talks about a fading love and what it means to both parties. While it is sad, it is still a tribute to the heart. The music video follows both…
Have you wondered what Reggae, Pop music, and a dash of R&B would sound like? Just ask Raely Elle. I recently listened to her song Peacemaker and checked out her music video. The song was a great tribute to God and how He bring us peace. The lyrics were sincere and full of heart. Her…
I am a writer. I am not a fledging writer or a budding writer, I am a writer. It is true most of my works have been published on this blog, but I have written one novel and two novellas, though they have yet to be published. What few people know is that in between…
Edgar Allan Poe is someone who changed the face of literature itself. Though he died a mysterious and tragic death, I wanted to honor his memory with one of his poems: El Dorado. GAILY bedight, A gallant knight, In sunshine and in shadow, Had journeyed long, Singing a song, In search of…
Recently, it has become okay in the media to “fatshame,” which is basically a rude and hateful way to judge someone because of their weight. One celebrity in particular took to YouTube to prove her ignorance and declared she would do it anyway because it helps people that she thinks are fat. This is not…
Luke Chapter 2:1-20 1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that the whole empire should be registered. 2 This first registration took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So everyone went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee, to…
Based on The Borrowers by Mary Norton, this is Hiromasa Yonebayashi as his feature film debut as a director. The Secret World Of Arrietty was produced by the Japanese anime company Studio Ghibli in 2010 and dubbed into English by The Walt Disney Company in 2011. Narrated by a sickly young boy named Shō (David…
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