What do you call someone who you are constantly in conflict with? Adversary? Foe? Enemy? After 2000 years of rumination on the Christian message, it is not “spiritual” or even “politically correct” to have enemies. We’re supposed to love everyone. So we shouldn’t have enemies, right? The problem is, most of us have experienced someone [...]

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.  In this world you will have trouble.  But take heart!  I have overcome the world. John 16:33John 16:33English: Contemporary English Version (1999) – CEV33 I have told you this, so that you might have peace in your hearts because of me. While you [...]

When we come to Nehemiah, we find a people broken. They have known nothing more than defeat and domination for generations. Their home is in ruins. The promises that their nation was built on seemed like distant stars, whose light is barely able to reach us. This people had every reason to play the part [...]

I’ve had many wonderful times with other Christians both within a church setting and outside the walls. The memories that stick with me most however are not the meals, parties, or other social gatherings but rather the time spent working together to accomplish a task. I joined a rather large church fresh out of college but [...]

Every hike begins long before the first step is taken on the path.  A good bit of preparation is necessary to ensure a successful hiking experience.  A destination must be chosen.  Equipment and necessary supplies must be packed.  And the right gear must be chosen.  Among that gear would be the right kind of shoes.  [...]