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It’s fruitcake time! Over the years, fruitcakes have been unfairly the subjects of jokes, probably because the comedians have not eaten this one by Frances Edwards. Fruitcakes are a Christmas holiday tradition that I hope will never go away... Continue Reading »
Many Christians struggle to maintain perspective during the Christmas season. The endless barrage of strip-mall Santas and social events, novelty songs and nativity scenes, can kick up enough mind-numbing nostalgia dust to cloud anyone’s spiritual vision. Indeed, in the... Continue Reading »
A few weeks after the flood, I stood on Mrs. Jones’ porch in Andrews, S.C., and watched a crane pick her couch up and out of her front yard. She looked at my shirt and read the words, “South... Continue Reading »
The first stage of a relationship is that wonderful stage, the urge to merge. You’re in hormone heaven. You’ve found the perfect person. She always looks good, smells good and never goes to the bathroom. Then you get married,... Continue Reading »
Owen Cooper. Do you recognize the name? Until recently, I certainly didn’t. But now I count Owen Cooper among my heroes. What about these men and women: Truett Cathy, David Green (or Steve, or Mart), Abraham, Anne Beiler, Bill... Continue Reading »
“Rejoice in the Lord.” Philippians 3:1 was not written on a MacBook in a quiet study with a controlled climate from the comfort of a wingback chair. If you listen closely as you read this encouraging book, you can... Continue Reading »
During the 1800s, revival broke out in England. While the lower and middle classes were the first to succumb to the Holy Spirit’s movement, the movement soon began to change the upper and aristocratic classes as well. One member... Continue Reading »
The central theme of the Great Commission is to make disciples. That call applies to every Christian, every church, and every mission board. International Mission Board president David Platt has stated that reforms at the board, and financial restructuring,... Continue Reading »
Vocation. When most people think of the word, they think about their employment or job. Our common use of the word betrays its deeper meaning. Vocation comes from the Latin root vocatio, which means “calling.” Our vocation in life... Continue Reading »
“Why does God hate me?” Sam sat with his head in his hands, sobbing. His life was a mess, piled up 10 feet high in his front yard, after the flash flood in South Carolina rushed into his home.... Continue Reading »
The first time I saw our oldest daughter, I saw a bald head and heard powerful lungs. She was a loud noise at one end and no responsibility at the other. It was scary. Now I know why they... Continue Reading »
Ministering to addicts can be frustrating. Those who seek to bring godly counsel and loving help to those caught in an addictive bond are to be commended, encouraged and supported. For the past 18 years, I have served in... Continue Reading »
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