It is not easy to miss the fact that our nation is often divided, confused, and uncertain about what the rules that govern sex should be. As a result, many Americans look, with either fear or hope, to the Supreme Court or Congress to give us direction. As Christians, however, we realize that the relational...
Our world is a mess, and just when people want to turn to God, many are finding that harder to do than they expected. So, whose fault is that? Before you blame the preacher, your church, or even yourself, it might be helpful to listen to today’s message by Pastor Barnes. It is based on...
Of all the questions we come to in life, the biggest questions concern God and Christ, and at a certain point we simply want to know if our faith is based on truth. If you ever wrestle with questioning and doubt, this does not mean that you are not a real Christian; instead, it is...
Every third Sunday in June, much of America pauses to remember their fathers. This is a fine habit (That actually is in keeping with one of the Ten Commandments), but if “Father’s Day” is to go beyond hot dogs and ballgames, there is a question that must be answered. What does it mean to be...
No matter what we say we believe, some of us are plagued by the thought that because we are not perfect, God will never accept us, no matter what we do, no matter what we say, no matter what we pray. We think, “Whoever else God may save, I am fated to be, unforgiven and...
