We pause for a few moments every week to take a look back through the pages of the history book of the church. We strive to find some truth and lessons from the events of the past that can help guide us through the decisions […]
History teaches us the impact of cultures, religions, and individuals on society and its future. Christian individuals, especially in Europe and America, have shaped the direction of business, education, medicine, and politics. Through the lives of Albert Schweitzer and Mother Teresa, we better understand the […]
This week’s church history look back includes the Cane Ridge Revival of 1801, a major event of the Second Great Awakening in Kentucky that drew thousands and spurred smaller meetings across the frontier, and the death of Thomas a Kempis in 1471, noted for his influential devotional book “The Imitation of Christ.”
My interest in this topic has been inflamed by the headlines. Consider the news you have heard in just the past few years. The Wartburg Watch calls the list of fallen leaders a “conga line.” No doubt, there are names which have been left off […]
Understanding history teaches important lessons; unfortunately, many of the lessons fall by the wayside. The old adage, “those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” has several versions and has been attributed to British statesman Winston Churchill, among others. The […]
This week a dear brother asked a very important question. His wording sounded like this: “What must a lost person do to be saved?” When Peter and the other apostles preached the first gospel sermon on the day of Pentecost, the response of the people […]
We are starting a small group study in the book of Philippians. Philippians is a book of joy and grace. If I were writing a commentary on the book, I would probably title the work, “Faith Makes My Heart Smile.” You can study by talking […]
“Isn’t there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?” The lament came from the lips of Charlie Brown in the animated Christmas classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas. Charles Schultz’ lovable gang of kids and a dog subtly offer answers to that question throughout the […]
At least weekly, a Christian publication, blog post, sermon or podcast, or website strives for relevance by relating circumstances of the day with biblical events and teaching. “Is the coronavirus a result of God’s wrath against individuals or nations?” Thought-provoking content stirs our interest and […]
Are you looking forward to the restrictions imposed because of COVID-19 being lifted? Many people anticipate the day that live worship services return and gathering together becomes easier. But many websites are warning that after the coronavirus passes, there will be no “return to normal.” […]