Aretha said that all she was askin’ for was a little r-e-s-p-e-c-t.  Rodney was always saying, “I don’t get no respect!”  It is something that everyone wants from everyone else: respect!  But, what about respect from God?  Do we crave and seek the respect that can come to us from God Himself? There is an interesting statement made about Abel and Cain…

I look forward to seeing them when I drive. They are on the highways or the Florida Turnpike, in every State of the Union and in most countries. They are little reminders along the path that I am closer to my destination. Every mile or every exit off the highway, I am that much closer to home—mile markers. In ancient times, they…

The introduction of the deadly virus, Ebola, in our nation has captured the attention of most Americans. It has been the featured story on all newscasts. What American is there who has not heard of it, and how many of us have not had a sense of fear about its impact? It would help us if we could learn some spiritual lessons…

It was late in the evening when my family pulled into the campground.  We had been driving all day and were exhausted.  From the trunk of the car, we pulled the brand new tent, which we had never set up before that night.  In addition to the large nylon tent, stakes and pieces of rope, there fell from the bag more than…

There is a growing affection for zombies these days. I am not sure how that got started. Some psychologists attribute it to people reacting to their own innate fears and anxieties. Namely, some global apocalyptic event, Ebola maybe? Whatever the reason, it serves as an interesting back drop for the discussion of faith. How does death apply to faith, you ask? Read…

Those who own rental property know how difficult it is to deal with bad tenants. What a contrast this is with renters who are always current with their monthly payments and often repair anything that is broken. However, there are those who are almost a daily nuisance to the owner of the property. They show no respect for anyone or anything. A…

Being a “Christian husband” is a tremendous responsibility.  First of all, it emphasizes being a “Christian.”  A Christian is one who has submitted to Christ, put on Christ and is seeking to emulate Christ.  (The focus is no longer on self but on Christ!)  Quite a responsibility!  Second, it emphasizes being a “husband.”  A husband is one who has committed to his…

We are alarmed at how quickly our culture has been rejecting Biblical principles. It is something that is seemingly increasing in speed and frequency, but what would you do if we lost it all? What would you do if we lost every right and every ability to call on the name of the Lord or to worship Him in any way? Let’s…