Settled

Settled

Sometimes the immediate things of the day seem so sure. Coming out of an election year, the mass media has declared by their action, excitement and reporting where their values are. Politics and government are their focus. Presidents, senators, representatives and...
Too Big to Fail

Too Big to Fail

Too big to fail or too large to miss, it’s all in the attitude. In recent years our society has been served reasons, statements for bailing out big business failures as “too big to fail.” That was the attitude of the ancient Philistines and their nine-foot-plus tall...
What Causes—and Cures—Depression?

What Causes—and Cures—Depression?

What—Causes and Cures—Depression?   Studies show that depression is a common problem worldwide. There are many reasons for it. In poor countries the cause may be poverty. In America, ironically, the reason may be wealth. In the Bible we read of many people who...
A King’s Take on Evil

A King’s Take on Evil

A King’s Take on Evil   He had it all – money, power, fame, and wisdom. He didn’t have to worry about having enough money to pay for anything. He never had to ask anyone’s permission to do something. He was the king of Israel in its heyday. But...
Impressive Faith

Impressive Faith

In the world many seek to impress. This attitude too often enters the church and certainly has caused problems all the way back to the time of Jesus. When thinking about impressive faith, it’s a noble goal, but impressive to whom? Jesus identified one who as a Gentile...