Your Flight Is Confirmed
A heavy thunderstorm delayed our flight to Frankfurt, causing us to miss our connecting flight. We were told that we had been confirmed on another flight the next evening. But when we arrived at the gate, we were told that we were on standby. The flight was full.
Discover an important balance between practicing our freedom, and causing others to stumble
Enjoying a glass of wine with dinner may be a treat for you, but for a recovering alcoholic it could have serious implications. An important discussion about Paul's word in Romans chapter 14.
triggers
I didn’t think it would be that difficult. But as the technician placed the X-ray shield over my knee, handed me the headphones, and left the room, a sense of uncertainty surrounded me like the MRI machine I was lying in. Even though my head and shoulders remained outside the tunnel, I felt trapped. My mind raced, as I discovered flight responses never before encountered. Watching the countdown clock on the upper part of the machine, I wondered if my heart and mind would quiet down or if the next few minutes would include me jumping out of the machine in a mad fit of panic.
Your choice – To be close or distant?
By Cindy Tan, Malaysia Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long (Ps 25:4-5). The Psalms have a way of capturing the reality of our human experience. Often, we could [...]
Guidelines on making wise decisions on tricky issues
The Bible is clear that things like adultery, stealing, and murder are sin. But what about those gray areas like watching certain movies, playing video games, and social drinking?
tested and proven
We live in an age of testing. The food we eat, the medicine we take, and the toys our children play with have all been rigorously tested before being sold to us. This helps us to be assured of their safety, quality, functionality, usability, and reliability.
The Appointed Times — Jesus in the Feasts of Israel (DVD)
In Israel and throughout the Jewish world the annual cycle of holy days continues to be observed. Although some believe these feasts are only relevant for the people of Israel, this 4-part program presents the findings of a team of Jewish scholars who are convinced of the significance of these feasts for the entire world.
In stunning detail The Appointed Times . . .
- investigates the importance of the spring and fall feasts of Israel.
- describes the historical, agricultural, sacrificial, and prophetic aspects of the holy days.
- reveals Jesus as Messiah and the focal point of God's redemptive plan.
A perfect resource for individuals or small groups, this Day of Discovery program shows how the spring feasts are fulfilled in Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, and how the fall feasts point to the promise of His return.
Closed Captioning for the hearing impaired.
The Appointed Times — Jesus in the Feasts of Israel (DVD)
In Israel and throughout the Jewish world the annual cycle of holy days continues to be observed. Although some believe these feasts are only relevant for the people of Israel, this 4-part program presents the findings of a team of Jewish scholars who are convinced of the significance of these feasts for the entire world.
In stunning detail The Appointed Times . . .
- investigates the importance of the spring and fall feasts of Israel.
- describes the historical, agricultural, sacrificial, and prophetic aspects of the holy days.
- reveals Jesus as Messiah and the focal point of God's redemptive plan.
A perfect resource for individuals or small groups, this Day of Discovery program shows how the spring feasts are fulfilled in Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, and how the fall feasts point to the promise of His return.Closed Captioning for the hearing impaired.
What’s Love?
When asked “What’s love?” children have some great answers. Noelle, age 7, said, “Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it every day.” Rebecca, who is 8, answered, “Since my grandmother got arthritis, she can’t bend over and polish her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even after his hands got arthritis too. That’s love.” Jessica, also 8, concluded, “You really shouldn’t say ‘I love you’ unless you mean it. But if you mean it, you should say it a lot. People forget.”
Discover help in navigating through murky moral waters
As followers of Jesus we want to know the boundary lines. What we can do, and what we can’t do. Unfortunately, life isn’t always that black and white.
watch out!
C. S. Lewis wrote in Mere Christianity, “There is one vice of which no man in the world is free; which every one in the world loathes when he sees it in someone else; . . . There is no fault which makes a man more unpopular, and no fault which we are more unconscious of in ourselves. And the more we have it in ourselves the more we dislike it in others.” Can you guess what it is?
Press On!
By Tracy Phua, Singapore “So how has your week been?” My cell group leader asked me. I looked up, shrugged my shoulders, and gave my usual orchestrated response, “Super busy.” I must admit, I’ve been guilty of giving such patronizing response. But in my defence, I HAVE been really busy, and not to mention, stressed [...]
The Wisdom Of Crowds
The online description of The Wisdom of Crowds reads, “In this fascinating book, New Yorker business columnist James Surowiecki explores a deceptively simple idea: Large groups of people are smarter than an elite few, no matter how brilliant—better at solving problems, fostering innovation, coming to wise decisions, even predicting the future.”
God’s Purpose or Mine?
He made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side . . . —Mark 6:45
We tend to think that if Jesus Christ compels us to do something and we are obedient to Him, He will lead us to great …
location matters
During a recent fishing trip, my brother-in-law and I were reminded that you have to fish in the right location. We claimed a spot near a wooden fishing pier that stretched out into the Gulf of Mexico. Unfortunately, it was not a good choice. The bait fish, which attracted the schools of the desired Spanish mackerel, were on the other side of the pier. Anglers less than 50 yards away were easily catching their limit while we struggled to get even a nibble.
