by Jeff | Dec 18, 2017 | Bible, Family
If you have children, they’ll likely hear the Christmas story at least a dozen times this month. They’ll hear it in Sunday school, at Christmas plays, and church musicals. If you’re like our family, who still plays fifteen-year old Veggie Tale videos, they’ll hear it...
by Jeff | Oct 31, 2017 | Bible, Walking With God
500 years ago, on October 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted his “blog” to the door of the local church. The words and concepts have since been shared millions of times, and began what is now called The Reformation. But are his rebellious writings still...
by Jeff | Aug 18, 2017 | Bible
Often reading through the Old Testament feels like an endless list of casualty records – like reading about America’s Civil War – only much worse. Lot’s of killing. Big battles. Non-stop bloodshed. (Read Joshua and Judges for some stories “Rated R for Intense...
by Jeff | May 31, 2017 | Bible, Walking With God
My wife and I have four children, with our oldest in college and youngest in elementary school. Helping them develop their own walk with God is on our minds—a lot! So are questions about why so many young people are walking away from faith, and why...
by Jeff | May 9, 2017 | Bible, Family
We’re at the end of a five-part series to help you boost biblical literacy in the home. I know, the expression, “biblical literacy” may be about as clear as “molecular geometry.” But the basic truth is this: Because of declining Bible understanding and...
by Jeff | Apr 3, 2017 | Bible, Family
Every runner needs a vision of the finish line. Christians need a clear view of the finish line, too. Why? In both cases the finish line is the end of the race, and where the rewards are distributed. Did I say rewards? Yes I did. They’re distributed at the...