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How Do I Know if the Desires of My Heart are from God?
Before we begin to answer the question, I would like to clarify a few things first. God gives you the desires of your heart. He does not give you your heart’s desire.
Jesus, the Wedding, and the Wine: That’s a Lot of Alcohol!
*Author’s Note: This article is in no way, shape, or form a written license to consume alcohol excessively.…
An Advent Devotional: I Have No Gift to Bring
Without a doubt, one of my all-time favorite Christmas carols is The Little Drummer Boy. Originally titled Carol…
To Tithe or Not to Tithe? That is the Question!
I used to be a tither. I also used to be a pastor who taught tithing and encouraged…
A Hypothesis: The Mark of Cain or the Mark of the Beast?
The theory that I’m about to present certainly makes for an interesting discussion. And, if anything, I pray…
Scars: Become a Part of the Good News
Today, I want to talk about scars. A scar, simply, is a place where there has been an…
Discussions, Debates, Arguments — The Poison I’ve Ingested and Shared
Starving to Death “For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and…
Christian Witness 101: Love Your Enemies and Pray for Them
I’ll admit it. I’m a Christian and I love Jesus. I also understand that I will be persecuted…
My Brother’s Keeper: What Does that Mean?
As I write this, I have someone very close, very special to me on my heart and mind:…
Skipping Church: Assembly Vs. Community
I know a lot of people out there who wrestle with skipping church. I’ve been there myself. The…
Jesus, Joseph, and Jerry Springer
One of my favorite things about the story of Jesus’ birth is how messy it is. It’s really…
Pastoral Burn Out: Why Your Pastor Needs You
“This is not good!” Moses’ father-in-law exclaimed. “You’re going to wear yourself out-and the people, too. This job…