In The Hobbit , Gollum calls the Ring, “My Precious.” It was of surpassing worth to him. “In  LotR , by contrast, Gollum calls both...

As infants, we’re dependent on others to supply our food, clothing, shelter, a place to sleep, and many other needs. As we mature, we...

When I graduated from college, I summarized the value of my education at my secular college for an award the college offered (I didn’t...

Why do some professing Christians make loving and serving Jesus their keystones, while others are satisfied to tip their hats to Him for...

My father taught me to drive. He showed me how to eat a wide variety of foods. He demonstrated how to work diligently until the task was...

On June 28, 2018, the vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force General Paul J. Selva, said:  “The men and women who serve in...

I read Exodus 4 for my devotions on June 23, 2025. “But Moses protested again, “What if they won’t believe me or listen to me? What if...

We consistently analyze life for negatives. We will consider the reason for that shortly. I walked past my garden on July 7, 2025, and...

I read Exodus 24 in my devotions. Verse nine jumped off the page when I observed something I didn’t remember seeing before. It said that...

The secular idea of freedom is more than doing whatever we want. It is believing, thinking, speaking, worshiping, gathering, or behaving...

Amid life's challenges, faith can often feel fragile. Whether it’s personal struggles, societal unrest, or global crises, difficult times...

As believers, we are commissioned by Jesus Christ to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19). This monumental task can feel...

Someone asked, “Why can’t I find peace in my life?” or in other words, “How can I find peace within myself?” Tudorache Gabriel answered,...

It is increasingly difficult to distinguish between genuine and counterfeit products. Buying fake items supports organized crime and...

In 2024, I ordered Green Machine zucchini seeds from a company that advertised: “An excellent disease package keeps the plants healthy...

My Best Sermon Was Playing Lazarus Acting is bringing a character to life. I preached a sermon on Lazarus in about ten churches. It was a...

On March 3rd, I began my 27th year of coaching throwing events at my local high school. We had a coach’s meeting on February 26th. The...

Life is full of choices, both big and small. As believers, we often wonder, how do I know if I’m making the right decision?  The good...

Faith is the foundation of our relationship with God, yet even the most devout believers experience moments of doubt. Life’s hardships,...

Value is in the eye of the beholder. I drive a 2009 Subaru Outback with several dents in the body. It would have no chance in an auto...