The Most Popular Posts of 2021
As the year concludes, it’s time to take a look back and reflect. I always enjoy reviewing the most popular content of the year. Below you can find the most popular posts of the year, as well as a few of my personal favorites.
21 Books from 2021
“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.” So said Jim Rohn, and it’s true: reading develops your mind, provides you with new ideas, and prepares you for success.
Watch Your Words!
According to Psychology Today, “The average person complains between 15-30 times each day.” How often do you feel the need to ‘vent’ to a friend? Are your conversations at work filled with gossip about your lazy colleague or mean boss?…
A Summary of Abraham’s Life
Early Life Abram (later known as Abraham), son of Terah, was born around 2170 BC in the city of Ur. Ur, located on the banks of the mighty Euphrates river, was one of the greatest cities of the world and…
Timeline: Israel’s Divided Kingdom
After spending months studying the books of First and Second Kings, I’m pleased to share with you a resource that I hope will be helpful for your own biblical study: a timeline of the divided kingdom. While you can view…
Unashamed: A Survey of Romans 1:1-17
Paul, ever the intrepid missionary, wanted to go to Spain. It was somewhere around 55-58 AD, and Paul was sitting in Corinth. In order to get to Spain (a journey of nearly three weeks over long roads and open ocean),…
Lessons from Lockdown
Remember when we were in lockdown, and how different life was? Time slowed down. Meetings and obligations disappeared into thin air. We regained a sense of control over our lives. There was time to spend with family, time to go…
A Biblical Solution to the Problem of Evil
The problem of evil, which includes the problem of suffering, is one of the truly deep, ‘profound’ mysteries of human existence, and of reality itself. The Bible provides the only truly meaningful answer to this problem, but the answer has…
Six Benefits of Church Membership
Are you an involved, committed member of the local church? It’s one of the most important spiritual disciplines that you can engage in. It demonstrates obedience to Scripture. It demonstrates submission to Jesus. It also comes with many other benefits,…
When Politics Turn Against You: A Christian Survival Guide
You love God and country. Your home décor features the words ‘faith, family, freedom.’ An American flag waves in your yard, and you love to talk politics. Religion is the most important topic, but the direction of our country affects…
