Posts tagged “Jesus”
Are you a good person?
Are you a good person? The apostle Paul used to think so. But then he became a Christian and came to believe that, by…
Follow Jesus no matter the cost
Some people live in what are called “tiny homes.” Some are only slightly larger than a backyard shed. Though the living space is small,…
A different government?
How many governmental promises have been uttered in the U.S. since the beginning of our democracy? How many of these promises have you or…
“Because you say so”
One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God….
Follow Jesus as your priority
When I was in high school, a friend of mine was driving us to a school event. At one point, he reached over to…
Jesus & self-esteem
I studied under a Christian scholar who reads three hundred books a year and presents the Christian message to audiences of all ages, backgrounds,…
Jesus’ little friend
Jesus’ disciples on occasion were a little too full of themselves. Jesus was a child magnet—they loved his tone and presence—but the disciples viewed…
The source of Christmas joy
If you had to describe Christmas with an emoji, what would it be—the red angry face, the blue tearful face, or the yellow smiling…
At the manger
It’s that time of year when we enjoy the lights and Christmas decorations neighbors have displayed in their yards. I particularly love any outdoor…
Christmas is a time to think
Have you ever heard of Sakichi Toyoda? He was the father of the man who became famous for his car company. Sakichi himself was…
Christmas is a time to smile
I have a pet peeve with most nativity sets. Some pastors are bothered by the wise men around the manger, since they technically didn’t…
E is for empathy
If you’re a young adult wrestling with the idea of going to church and attaching yourself to organized religion, I want you to know…