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Who Can Tell Me?

“Who can tell me where I came from?” The little boy would ask. His question was a good one, Yet he faced a trying task. Each man had different answers, As he was soon to learn. This brought him great confusion, And it caused a deep concern.

Why the Anchor? And What is a Chrismon?

An anchor is a chrismon. What is a chrismon? And, what does the anchor represent?

Max McLean as C. S. Lewis: Lost in the Midst of an Unsettled Sea

Well-known for his books and words of wisdom, C.S. Lewis was a reluctant convert. The story behind the man is an interesting journey from atheism to faith in Jesus.

Jesus Never Sinned. So Why Was Jesus Baptized?

John baptized for the remission of sins, but Jesus never sinned. So why was Jesus baptized? Was it more than just a “picture” of believers being baptized?

If You Were the Only Person Alive, Would Jesus Have Died For Only You?

Is this statement true? What if you were the only person alive? Would God have sent Jesus to die for only you?

No Room for Jesus

Terrorist attacks have removed more than just our sense of security. With Jesus being “moved out” or “merged” with other gods, what are Christians to do?

If Baptized as an Infant, Do I Need to Be Baptized Again?

Being Water baptized plays no part in our salvation. It is by grace alone, through faith, we are saved (Eph 2:8). So what do we need to know about baptism?

The Light in the Darkness of 9/11

Never forget 9/11/01–a day that will live in infamy. Reflect on the tragedies of evil & find the light that awakens us to a brighter tomorrow.

The Equation of Life: Life = Labor + Leisure

What’s the balance between labor and leisure? Do we understand what it really means to work and rest?

Is It OK to Lie (like Rahab did) to Bring About Good?

Is it sometimes OK to lie? Rehab lied when asked if the spies were in her house. Yet she found favor with God. What does the Bible say about white lies?

The Traveler Knows, by Shari Abbott

Upon a broken pathway,Filled with troubles, pain, and sorrow.There travels a lonely figure,Holding steadfast for the morrow. That traveler knows not where to go,For the road has many turns.So he stays the course, and he moves forward,Hoping much to learn. Trusting in...

How old was…?

How old was...? How old was Adam when Eve gave birth to Seth? How old was Abraham when he was circumcised? Who was Israel’s youngest king? How old was Israel’s youngest king? How old was Joseph when he died? How old was King Josiah when he became a father? Answers...

Psalm 34 – Taste and See That the Lord is Good

Psalm 34 is a favorite of many, but what does it mean to” tase and see” (verse 8) We can’t see Jesus and how can we taste Him?

Obituary: The Death of Common Sense

Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense. No one knows his age since his birth records were lost in bureaucratic red tape…

Why Did It Need to Be a Human-Blood Atonement?

Jesus absolutely had to die in the way that He did. It had to be a blood atonement. It could not have happened any other way. Why?

Pause to Pray for Children

As children head back to school, take a minute and pray for them. They live in a dark and dangerous world. Be a light in the life of a child today.

Why a Pre-Trib Rapture?

Does the Bible tell that Jesus will come for His Church before the 70th week of Daniel? Will believers be spared from the Tribulation by a Pre-trib Rapture?

Olympic Faith — Quotes from Christian Olympians

Read about faith exhibited in the Olympic games by Christian athletes. Read their comments and be encouraged by these young people.

What is the Rapture?

What defines the Rapture and when will it occur? What are the four views of The Rapture?

Olympics History, Purpose, Nature…and Fear

Read about the history, purpose and nature of the games…and the fear of the 2016 games. What can be done?

Can Jesus Be Found in the Old Testament?

It’s easy to find Jesus in the New Testament. But what about before His incarnation? Watch as an 11 year old boy tells us where He is!

If This Doesn’t Make You Smile, Nothing Will

Children are precious in the eyes of the Lord and they are a gift of God given to us (Psalm 127:3). I’m going to share a story, guaranteed to make you smile, but first let’s remember that we all have a responsibility…

“To the Moon and Back”

Perhaps you have noticed the phrase, “to the moon and back,” being used a lot. What does it mean? There’s a significant meaning to it you might not know.

What God were they calling on to bless the Republican convention?

It seems there are a great deal of folks in this country that are staking their future on the upcoming election.For many Christians the Republican party is…

Red Blood, Red Bible and Reds Baseball?

What’s the connection between these three? It’s more than the color red. It’s more than the letter B. Baseball fans and Bible fans find out.

The Gospel of Mark Comes Alive with Actor Max McLean

In a theatrical reading of Mark, Max McLean inspires people with God’s Word. Watch & enjoy this fast-paced, action-packed book about Jesus’ ministering work.

How Could Noah Fit All the Animals on the Ark?

Skeptics claim that there’s no way Noah could have fit all the animals on the ark. What does the Bible tell us?

How Do I Fight Impure Thoughts?

We already addressed, will impure thoughts condemn a believer? Now…how does one fight against impure thoughts? Read now…

Will Impure Thoughts Condemn Me?

Will the sin of impure thoughts keep us out of Heaven? How do we fight against such thought? Our thoughts are important, so take time to read the answers.