How can we find ourselves being defined by others according to the good that our life produces (with God's) help, rather than by the vices that we fight against?
Author: M. Dennis
Being in Community Without Living on a Commune
The idea of twelve men quitting their day jobs and following Jesus seems out of place today. How do we invest in others, in the very different world that we live in centuries later?
Here There Be Dragons, Part 2
Just as we can't fully appreciate the excitement of a movie ending without understanding the magnitude of the odds that the protagonists overcome, we can't fully appreciate salvation without understanding what we are saved from.
Here There Be Dragons, Part 1
The creations and great creatures of God's design are a good reminder to appreciate His power and creativity.
The Acquisition of Stuff
I like to acquire "stuff", but how do we focus our efforts on the use of it for lasting good, rather than just the accumulation of it.
Truth in Advertising
The truth about following Jesus doesn't need our help to sugar-coat it. While our message must be presented in a relevant way, the world needs to see the whole picture.
Unexpected Solace
Even in an urban commute, God can provide His own peace to our lives - sometimes at unexpected times.
Day-Planner
Let's be sure to include God in our plans for each day. Otherwise, who knows where our own plans will go awry?
Knowing What Not to Do
Sometimes, the wisest thing to do is to let the wrong opportunity pass by, and wait on God's timing.
Reading the Bible Electronically
When we don't have a printed version of the Bible handy, today's technology offers us many alternatives.
Hospice, Emergency Room, or Hospital?
Are we investing in an abundant life in the way that God intended, or are we just entertaining and distracting ourselves until the inevitable occurs?
Water Stain
Like keeping an eye on household issues, we can track good things too.
A Sign from God?
Followers of Jesus sometimes need to be willing to do things that aren't "cool" or "socially acceptable". God calls us to something better than the norm.
Questioning God
While we don't always get all of the answers right away, there is good precedent to ask God the hard questions that are on our heart.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
No matter the weather, we still have opportunities to rejoice and be glad each day, knowing the God who gives us today.
The Risk of “Christian” Idols
While symbols and imagery help us remember things about God, can they inadvertently become the objects of our worship?
Mmmmmm…Meatier
Sometimes, just as with our eating habits, we need something more satisfying than a "snack-size" portion of God's Word.
A Reply for Those Searching Honestly
Searching for truth can be an uphill battle, but an ancient traveling speaker had some insight that is still good for us today.
The Goldilocks Zone
We know how to ask for God to give us more. Have we considered asking Him to not give us too much?
Check It Out for Yourself
If we are genuinely interested in learning the truth, we have an opportunity to find it, if we will only look.
Those Who Sin Differently 