An old legend states that a certain Italian nobleman never left his house without first putting a handful of dried beans in his left jacket pocket. With each small but pleasant experience during the day, […]
Ready to give thanks? Isn’t that a strange question to ask at Thanksgiving? For years, the grocery stores in our cities have been overflowing with the fruits that grow in our homeland or in the […]
In the previous chapter, I mentioned how God told me in a dream to travel with some people who had built a boat to go home in. Having set out in the boat, we alternately […]
One of the most common illnesses that our current generation suffers from is discontentment. Its symptoms are manifested by constant whining, endless complaining, and a critical spirit. Discontentment causes us to feel sorry for ourselves […]
Recently, we felt it would be helpful for our youth to consider some of the blessings that exist when Christians of different age groups serve God together. In Titus 2:1-8, Paul describes some of the […]
Joshua’s famous words, “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” confirm that he and his family decided to follow God. This shows their conviction and dedication. Joshua had just asked […]
A brother in Christ once told a story of when he was very ill and had to have more than one surgery. After many days in the hospital, he expressed his heartfelt gratefulness to the […]
Otto Funke (1836-1910) grew up in a Christian home in Germany, and at his mother’s urging began to study theology in Halle. But it was in Tübingen that he experienced his life-defining encounter with Jesus. […]
If we want to share the gospel with someone and spark their interest, we must do so with serious thought. The secret lies in genuinely putting ourselves in their shoes. This will require effort and […]
Generally, a physically healthy and mentally adept person feels the need to work. Why? Because there is a certain satisfaction in a job well done, and through it, we secure our livelihood. In Ecclesiastes 9:10, […]