November is the time of year when our society reminds us to give thanks. Stores put on Thanksgiving sales, card companies produce Thanksgiving cards and we celebrate the Thanksgiving season with family gatherings from near and far, and more food than anyone should eat. While

It was one of the worst days of my young life. As my wife and I were driving the hour-ride home, only a few words were spoken between us. Our hearts were as hollow as the backseat; we were in complete shock. After a long

A pastor friend thoughtfully told me this story: I told my sister that I’m going to stop working on some pressing projects to take my day off. She responded, “You can’t quit while there are more things to complete!” My sister has a corporate job

Jesus’ last words to his disciples were to go into all the world, preach the gospel, and make disciples. This Great Commission has created passionate outreach, sacrificial foreign mission work, and sometimes a sense that the church may not be doing enough. Despite these sometimes