PSALM 78:4…6-7: We will not hide these truths from our children; we will tell the next generation about the glorious deeds of the Lord, about his power and his mighty wonders… So that the next generation might know them— even the children not yet born— and they in turn will teach their own children. So, […]
3329) Passing on the Faith Read More »
The goal of The Timothy Initiative is to plant a Christian church in every village in the world. I like their vision, their plan, their staff, their resources, and their results. In his Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20), Jesus sends his followers out into all the world to proclaim the gospel and “make disciples of
3318) A Church in Every Village on Earth Read More »
The Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ has been spread around the world by people proclaiming that word “in season and out of season,” in good times and bad times, with determination, creativity, and ‘great patience.’ Here are just two examples of such dedicated preachers. Corrie Ten Boom (1892-1983) and her family
3263) In Season and Out of Season Read More »
A Methodist minister tells this story… A family of inactive members in his parish lived right next door to the church. The yard was a disgrace. Wrecked cars and discarded appliances littered the place. The grass was seldom mowed. The husband was a disgrace. He drank too much and rumors were that he
3247) Not All Churches are the Same Read More »
A few days ago, Emailmeditation #3228 told the story of William and Wilhemina Kruse, South Dakota pioneers, who lost nine children to diphtheria in 1894. Upon reading it, my friend Tim emailed to tell me that the story was very personal for him. He sent me a brief account of his family faith history.
3232) “In Jesus’ Name” Read More »
By Francis Chan, from his 2008 book Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God You could die before you finish reading this meditation. I could die while you’re reading it. Today. At any moment. But it’s easy to think about today as just another day. An average day where you go
3227) You Might Not Finish Reading This Read More »
C. S. Lewis (1898-1963) did not like writing letters. In his autobiography, he wrote that he dreaded the arrival of the postman, adding that in the ideal life “a man would have almost no mail.” The arrival of the mail always meant more letters to answer, and even though he did not like
3224) A Reluctant, Obedient Letter Writer Read More »
You have seen the signs. Simple, easy-to-read messages in white type against a black board, all with quotes ‘signed’ by God. The GODSPEAKS campaign began in 1998 when an anonymous donor contacted an advertising agency with an idea for a local billboard campaign that would get people thinking about God. The donor wanted
3222) Are You Looking for a Sign From God? Read More »
Above: Richard Wurmbrand prison photo By Richard Wurmbrand (1909-2001), Tortured for Christ, 1967, pages 11-13. Wurmbrand suffered much for his faith in Christ, first by the Nazi invasion of his homeland Romania, then by the Russians, and then by the Romanian communists. He would spend 13 years in prison for proclaiming Christ, was often tortured,
3136) A Jewish Atheist Finds Jesus Read More »
This meditation was inspired by a conversation I had last week. ***************************** I met an old friend for coffee the other day. Dan recently retired after being a doctor for forty-one years. I am a retired pastor. Dan asked me what it was like just being a regular member of a church after
3118) ” I Am a Good Person” Read More »
