Have you ever owned a hound dog? If you have, then you know why they are sometimes described as “a nose with a dog attached.” Whether a droopy-eyed, long-eared basset hound or a cute little beagle, they both come from a long history of hunting dogs. Did you know that God has sometimes been referred…

As I write this message my wife, and I are enjoying an extended camping trip in the Northeast Georgia mountains, surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation. Every Thursday night is karaoke night at this campground. If you have tried karaoke, you know that it’s not easy to sing like the original artist, yet people…

In an attempt to escape winter, many have moved from northern states to Florida. Once there and faced with an ever-expanding population and snarled traffic, they wish others would stop moving to Florida. Some Christians have a similar attitude regarding salvation. They are more gleeful and excited about the idea that many people will face…

The Bible tells us to cast our anxieties on Jesus. It instructs us to pray without ceasing. It says we should make our concerns known to God. Therefore, most Christians pray some form of “prayer du jour.” Would you like to enhance your prayer life? Discover how adding time to your daily prayer regimen for…

Have you ever ridden an e-bike?  Riding a traditional bike can sometimes be difficult, especially when going uphill. Regardless of your age or expertise, an e-bike might be just the thing for you. The electric motor on an e-bike gives the rider a boost of propulsion when pedaling becomes difficult. In much the same way,…

Life has ups and downs, highs and lows, disappointments and accomplishments. We experience joy and sorrow. Life of course, brings with it trials, sufferings, and setbacks. To navigate the roller coaster of life, we need to have a properly calibrated compass. This compass is our authentic ideal. Is our compass pointed in the right direction?…

We have all spent time washing and waxing our car only to have it rain later that same day. No sooner do we get it clean and shiny, when inevitably we hit a big puddle in the road. A clean car doesn’t stay clean long. The same can be true with our soul. When was…

Imagine a small child trying to fill a sieve with water. Try as they may, it will not get full. The same is true with a cistern. A cracked cistern will not hold water. Throughout the Bible, cisterns are mentioned and sometimes compared to us and our faith. Find out why. Please read more. In…

Shawn is a great employee. Mr. Jessop has complete trust in Shawn. He allows him to close the store every night, count the money, and put it in the safe before locking up the store. One night, after properly completing all of the closing procedures, Shawn grabbed a bag of chips and a large soda…

Do you believe everything political leaders say? Do you believe everything you see on the internet? Do you believe Elvis is still alive? Do you believe in the tooth fairy and Easter bunny? There are a lot of things we don’t believe in. There are some things, however, that are essential to believe in. Please…