Long, Hard Lessons of Life

Long, Hard Lessons of Life

There are few three-hour courses in the university of hard knocks. Many of them last for years. That’s not because we are slow learners—just stubborn.   The man God named Israel went through two classes in this school. The first was a twenty-year course taught by...
God’s Answer to “Why?”

God’s Answer to “Why?”

God’s Answer to “Why?”   How do you respond to a child or teenager who is complaining about something he doesn’t understand? You might try to explain, but he may not be ready for that. If he’s a teenager and is convinced he’s right, you’ll...
Do Trials Make Us Patient?

Do Trials Make Us Patient?

“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God,...
Is Suffering Punishment for Sin?

Is Suffering Punishment for Sin?

Is Suffering Punishment for Sin? People have debated this question for thousands of years. We read about it many times in the Bible. We seem to be agreed on the general principle but divided as to how it applies to specific situations. This is not just some abstract,...