King David’s life was a facinating journey from a shepherd boy to one of the most powerful rulers of Israel. He spent a lot of time running and hiding. He escaped attacks from his enemies, was hunted down by his king and father-in-law, and even David’s […]
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Politicians, Predators, and Promises
Have you ever wondered how Jim Jones, Charles Manson, and other cult leaders wielded such influence over their followers? When I read about Hitler, Stalin, Mussolini, and Mao, and other dictators, I was stunned. They turned entire countries to go against conscience and commit cruel and […]
The Gift of A Story
The Creator of the Creative The phrase, “You are the man” has been a statement of praise. In 1 Samuel, those very words were a punishing kick in the pants to an ancient king. God is the creator of creativity. Throughout the Bible, God used the […]
When Love Hurts
Sometimes, we fall in love, and one day, we wake up to find that someone or something is the most significant source of our pain and trouble. Sometimes, it’s the ebbs and flows of life; other times, it’s more damaging. That dream has become a nightmare. […]
BRINGING A SLING TO A SWORD FIGHT
It wasn’t a fair fight from the start. The idea of a young shepherd paired against a fierce, accomplished, giant warrior, seemed crazy. Every day, someone is outmatched, desperate, and needs a miracle. That day comes for us all. Studying improbable heroes facing impossible situations helps […]