Today's times are filled with fearsome news, horrendous acts, and threats of evil. For the Christian, God offers encouragement and challenge. He tells us we will suffer if we want to share in His glory (Romans 8:17), and in both Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 43 1-3 He gives us assurance He is our protector in all times.

Many of us can identify with the Prodigal Luke writes about in Chapter 15. A young man who wants it all - now. When he gets what he requests, he leaves and his life becomes a nightmare. Often we get distracted by work, by life and drift from our faith. Like the Prodigal's Dad, God our Father receives us home with open arms. 

Read John 21, the account of Simon's encounter with Jesus. Out all night catching NO fish, but desperate. Jesus the teacher told Simon the seasoned fisherman to cast his net on the other side of the boat. Simon ultimately complied - BUT - do you really think he anticipated catching fish? So many his boat almost capsized? When you pray, is it just to comply or do you anticipate an answer?

Both Proverbs and Isaiah issue warnings about the cost of rejecting God and His Word. Proverbs 1:20 and following offers a stark warning as to the consequence of rejecting God and turning to evil. We see this happening in the streets of America today. Take heed.

Throughout history God has intervened in the lives of man - at the right time. Scripture makes sure we know the importance of His timing, even though we may not understand the delay in seeing what we hope for. This episode explores God's sense of timing.

It has been a couple of weeks since the last podcast, but I have a doctor's note. March 9 I had a heart attack. Here's what happened!

Jesus made 7 specific statements about who He is. Scripture records those and gives us insight into the answers. CS Lewis said, "Either Jesus is who He says, or He is a liar and a lunatic." But who do YOU say He is?

What is the point of the Christian faith? Why bother - and what does a Christian do?

Philippians 2 and Isaiah 61 give us insight to these questions. In Philippians we learn how to put on the mind of Christ - how to act, how to be Christlike. Isaiah tells us about compassion and encouragement. Our professions engender cynicism, hard hearts - for emotional survival. This helps understand that even those are survival skills, we also must represent Christ.

Those who serve in public safety or medical professions cringe at the thought of an investigation. Regardless of the reason, the mere thought brings chills. Would you be so bold as to ask God to investigate you?

In this episode we explore wisdom deeper, looking at the gift King Solomon asked for from God. He could have asked for anything, but chose wisdom and understanding. We are living in tumultuous times, fear grips many. We hear so many voices. Ask God for wisdom to discern truth. Wisdom leads us into truth and away from false teachings.