A Place in the Sun (Son)
“A Place in the Sun,” by Stevie Wonder and Tom Jones, can also be thought of as “A Place in the SON!” This is a fun song that reminds us of our Blessed Hope.
Sadness and Despair: The Darkest Days of All Time
What did the disciples think during those three long and lonely days? They were alone without their Lord, but all would change and their joy would be restored.
Will you remember?
Columbine – 20 years after one of the most horrific school shootings. Remember the precious lives that were lost that day and the testimony of faith from two of the victims.
Broken Relationships: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?
Relationships can be fragile and easily broken. Broken relationships are outside of the will of God. How does one heal a broken heart and restore a broken relationship?
As If We Never Say Goodbye — Music by Tad Lawrence
The time comes when we must say goodbye to loved ones. Death is certain for all and yet for Christians, it is not the end. Those who are in Christ do not die. They simply move to their heavenly home and await the arrival of brothers and sisters in Christ who remain on this earth. What hope! What promise! What joy! Thank You, Jesus!
Do You Have a Heart for God?
In Acts 13 we read about the apostle Paul delivering a message about Jesus. Paul made an interesting point about having a heart for God.
Been There, Done That — A Lesson from the Groundhog
Groundhog Day comes every year (Feb 2) and every year the groundhog appears to look for his shadow. Some years he sees his shadow and others he does not, which predicts if winter days will repeat or spring is coming soon. There’s a lesson to learn from Groundhog Day about our repeatable actions.
Saved by the Bell — Who I Am In Christ
A popular Internet forward is a “bell” that “rings” the sounds of identity in Jesus Christ. What a melodious sound. This bell should be “rung” every day.
A New Year’s Meditation by Matthew Henry (1662-1714)
The secret to success in the New Year. Read the words of a long-gone saint whose thoughts are as important for today as they were more than 300 years ago.
Is a New Year’s Eve party biblical? What about the alcohol?
What does the Bible say about celebrating New Year’s Eve? Should we celebrate? If so, how? What about all the drinking?
When the Battle is Lost but the Victory is Won — Saying Goodbye to Tad
It’s never easy to say goodbye, but it’s always a joy to give thanks for a life of service in glory to God and His servant who has entered into the eternal rest Jesus promised.
How Do We “Take” Advent and Find Rest?
It’s not easy to find rest in a restless world. Take a minute to reflect and remember and find the rest that you need.
We Win!!! The Real Clash of the Titans
There will come a final war, a final conflict, a clash of “Titans” like none that has ever been seen or will be seen again.
Reformers You Might Not Know: Wycliffe, Hus, Tyndale
Martin Luther began The Reformation with his bold stand on salvation by grace alone. But there were others who went before him who just as boldly proclaimed God’s truths. Who were they?
Check Your Halloween Baggage At The Door
Halloween carries a lot of baggage. What should Christians know about this time of year?
Won’t Get Fooled Again-Stones in the Bible
The 12 stone memorial articles began with “Don’t Get Stoned Again”- a wordplay on the song, “Won’t Get Fooled Again” (1971, The Who). Pick up stones 11 &12.
Tad’s Journey: Facing Terminal Cancer with Hope & Joy
A friend has pancreatic cancer and he’s thriving. He continues to serve God and share the gospel in the midst of his physical suffering. Learn from his example how you can thrive in the face of any affliction.
Sometimes the Most Spiritual Thing You Can Do Is Take a Nap
By Alex McFarland. Have you ever considered your theology regarding R&R? Work is a good thing. So also is resting from work (and taking a nap).
10. A Stone of Praise
Stone number ten is a stone of praise and it’s found along the road that led into the city of Jerusalem. Read about the significance of this stone.
9. A Stone of Remembrance in 1 Kings
This stone is a stone of remembrance of God’s power and provision. In 1 Kings 18, we read of three years of drought and famine in Israel and God’s promise to send rain.
8. Stone of Help: Ebenezer – the Lord is our Help
This stone is a stone of help from 1 Samuel. Add it to your stone memorial to remember the gifts of grace from our God.