Spiritual storms rage in this world. Christians shouldn’t fear because they have a spiritual storm shelter. But do we use it?
Your Spiritual Storm Shelter
What does it mean to “kiss the Son”?
The phrase "kiss the Son lest he be angry" can be confusing. Read on to learn what it means.
Sing the Second Psalm
We have two different hymnals in the songbook rack on the back of the pews at New Hope. Today, you'll learn how I imagine a song from Psalms being sung.
Our Daily Walk with God
Recently, our pastor has been preaching from various Psalms. Since I adore this book, I've been interested in the messages. Then came the Sunday when his text was Psalm 23. Good grief, I thought. What can we possibly learn from the most familiar Psalm in the world? Apparently, at least six things that remind us …
Ending the Summer of Psalms
Summer’s long days shorten. The scent of cider blots out the smoke of campfires. Kids will return to school. Thus ends the summer of Psalms.
Journaling God’s Word
Sometimes Bible study and quiet time becomes prescriptive. That's when journaling God’s Word helps the most.
Easter Means Hope
In keeping with my sudden interest in song lyrics, today's post will focus on one of my favorite Easter-themed songs.
Ezra Comes to Sunday School
I teach a class of 4th to 8th graders, and we recently traveled through the book of Ezra. Here are some things I thought I knew (but didn’t): Ezra was part of the rebuilding of the post-captivity temple. Nope. That happened as much as FIFTY years before Ezra showed up with the contingent of priests …
Jesus Gives a Song
Singing makes me happy. Even if I’m sad and I choose a melancholy song, I’ll feel better after singing it.
Why Church Is Essential
Many people don’t attend church. They’ve decided they can worship God anywhere and that “traditional” worship services stifle their relationship with God. But church is essential for a Jesus-believer.
A Pew Perspective 