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Category Archives: Christian Living
Sermon on the Amount
The basic question is not how much of our money we should give to God, but how much of God’s money we should keep for ourselves.”—J. Oswald Sanders. We often forget that “Every good and perfect gift is from above, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged blessings from God, finances and God, giving, illustration, J. Oswald Sanders, James 1:17, money, stewardship
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Getting Along
There was once a preacher who could not get along with the people at his church. They couldn’t agree on anything, and the situation deteriorated to the point where the preacher decided to leave the church. He accepted a position … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor, Leadership
Tagged conflict, harmony, illustration, peace, Psalm 133:1, unity
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Stay Thirsty My Friends
I’ve noticed that young athletes (10-12 years of age) are concerned about staying hydrated while they are competing. Boys need a bottle of water, or their favorite sports drink, after playing a couple of innings of baseball. Girls send Mom … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Prayer
Tagged Beatitudes, bottled drink, competing in sports, illustration, Matthew 5:6, thirty for God, water, young athletes
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Knowing
There is a story told about two men who were asked to recite the 23rd Psalm in front of a large crowd. The first man was an accomplished actor. He delivered his lines with precision and flair. When he finished, the audience showed … Continue reading
Just Good Clean Fun
Hallmark is getting some complaints about a miniature holiday sweater they are offering for sale. The colorful ornament bears the phrase “Don We Now Our Fun Apparel!” Critics claim that Hallmark is trying to make a political statement by changing … Continue reading
Greed vs. Sacrifice
It’s remarkable how much attention Jesus gives to the subject of finances. His teachings are full of advice about how to use the money that God allows us to acquire. He points out that our attitude toward material things is … Continue reading
Surviving the Storm
A year ago today, Superstorm Sandy hit the east coast, killing at least 182 people in the United States and causing an estimated $65 billion in damage. The region has not yet recovered from the storm. Many people are still … Continue reading
True Colors
There is a story told about a young girl who was walking along the road when she came upon a snake. To her surprise, the snake spoke to her. “I’m so cold,” he said. “Would you pick me up and … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events, Leadership
Tagged character, health care, Obama administration, Obama lied, Obamacare, snake
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Meal Time
My grandmother spent several years of her adult life living with her bachelor uncle. She was a teacher, and he owned a country grocery store that was about a quarter mile away from the house where they lived. In the … Continue reading
Willing Donor
Leigh Searcy, a reporter for WLEX-TV in Lexington, Kentucky, decided earlier this year to donate a kidney to someone who needed it, even if she didn’t know the person. After considering the risks, she went through the testing process to … Continue reading
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