After a(nother) week of violence and protests, it is easy to become discouraged. Rather we should seek to live out our faith in a way that can make a difference.

As we celebrate July 4th this week in the midst of an election season, these are my thoughts on what I might say to the next president.

Today we hear from those who took the mission trip to Cuba about how God used them there. (Apologies that the recording cuts off)

Dr. Gary Johnson of the Miami Baptist Association with a message to and for fathers.

We all have something unique to 'bring to the table', a way we are uniquely created to serve in God's family.

When considering the disciples of Jesus, we can see ourselves and be reminded that everyone is welcome at His table.

Rahab, a prostitute, is listed in both the geneology of Jesus and in Hebrews 11 because of her great faith.

Near the end of his life, the Apostle Paul gives 3 pieces of advice that we can all use as we try to live out our faith and follow Jesus.

Just because something seems unfair does not mean it isn't true. So when we dismiss the claims of Jesus because we find them narrow and unfair, we never grapple with the fact that they just might be true.

All religions have their list of rights and wrongs. And since no one can follow the rules perfectly, we are put at odds with God. But rather than asking us to do something for Him, God did for us what we couldn't do.