The Book of Proverbs is a book of contrasts and comparisons. It is also a partial collection of the wisdom of Solomon. As its opening verses state, his purpose in writing the Proverbs is to impart wisdom in a way … Continue reading →

There is a segment of today’s population, including some Christians, who consider parts of the Bible, especially the Old Testament, simply as the stories of an unlearned, primitive people. As such they believe that much more is fable than fact. … Continue reading →

I have heard that if something is worth doing, it should be done well and with your whole heart. Indeed, the results of half-hearted efforts are usually clearly seen. One such person from Scripture who exhibited and professed having the … Continue reading →

It seems that every year like clockwork, around the times of Christmas and Easter, one of the major news magazines in the US does a feature article on Christ or Christianity. This past Easter saw yet another which reported the … Continue reading →

I have often heard that the Greek of the New Testament is a more expressive language than modern-day English. Despite the fact that current English vocabulary consists of over three times the amount of words, we can still lose some … Continue reading →

Matthew 16:26 is a well known and popular verse of the Bible; “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his … Continue reading →

“Hi, Ed. Long time no see.” “Hey, Roger, good to see you again. C’mon in.” “I hope I haven’t come at a bad time. I just felt like dropping in and catching up with you a bit.” “No problem. Come … Continue reading →

When we speak of the martyrs from centuries past who died willingly for Christ we have very little, excepting the written accounts, as evidence of their martyrdom. Maybe a monument in a European courtyard or town square designates the place … Continue reading →

When one hears the term secret life, the images brought forth are generally those of mystery. It seems our daily news gives us many examples of these secrets, from the person who lived as a pauper but really had millions, … Continue reading →

Nobody I know necessarily enjoys interruptions. If I could take a poll I’m sure we could compile an impressive list; the phone ringing when you’ve just sat down to dinner; a flat tire; or a sudden thunderstorm in the middle … Continue reading →