Bible heroes
Before I read the Bible for the first time, I knew there were many Bible heroes. What I did not know was what made them Bible heroes. Would you believe that every hero in the...
What is salvation?
The question “What is salvation?” or “How am I saved?” is the most important question we can ask. The answer determines our place in eternity. It changes us from living alone...
What is the sinner’s prayer?
You will likely be faced with the sinner’s prayer early on in your Christian walk; perhaps on your first day. But what is the sinner’s prayer? This is the first of a two-part...
Church shopping
As new and/or soon-to-be believers, we soon must face the unenviable position of selecting and attending a new church. We must go church shopping. If you’re not yet sure how...
What is forgiveness?
When we seek God’s forgiveness, we receive it. It is there simply for the asking. Once we do, we must face a difficult reality. Now we, too, are called to forgive. So what is...
The number 1 rule of Christianity (part 2)
There will never be a shortage of evil people waving the banner of Christianity. History is full of examples. We can only really control how the outside non-Christian world...
The number 1 rule of Christianity
What is the number 1 rule of Christianity? The answer might surprise you based on the Christians who often make the news. Even though I was an atheist until I was in my 40s, I...
Keep calm and count it all joy
As your relationship with the Lord grows, so will your attitude, perspective, and joy. What surprised me about becoming Christian was that the Christian life was not just a...
Why does God allow suffering?
Before I became a Christ-follower, I frequently asked, "Why does God allow suffering." I had many preconceptions about Christianity. Perhaps you've heard some of these before:...
Welcome to new Christians
"Welcome to new Christians," they said. When I first became a new Christian, I joined a men's group at a church. I was questioned, applauded, congratulated, patted on the...