This life can be hard. But the challenges of life strengthens us. We can learn and grow from the difficulties, if we refuse to quit.

Effusive is a word we rarely use, but it has a lot of meanings. 

This past weekend saw unprecedented celebrations across country. But there were some who were not celebrating. Once again, they are only happy when they are trying to tear down what is good. 

How do you handle a crisis? It turns out, growing up in a violent and abusive home has some benefits. 

God protected young George Washington in battle in ways that can only be described as supernatural. He does the same in our lives whether we know it or not. 

Happy Birthday to the United States of America! 

Abraham Lincoln, in an acceptance speech after he won his seat in the Senate, famously said, "A house divided against itself cannot stand." But Honest Abe wasn't the first person to say those words. 

God uses all of us, believers and nonbelievers, to accomplish His will on this side of eternity. We just need to recognize it. 

Most people mind their own business and are happy when things work out. But there are some who love to tear others down. 

We are halfway through the year. It's hard to believe. Perhaps it is a good time review the first half.