“God is present. He is good — even in the waiting, the silence and the tragedy,” a daughter reflects following the loss of her father to a 25-year battle with heart disease.
The role of pastor’s wife can be a challenge, but humorist and Bible study teacher Debbie Childers says she’s “thankful for church families who have loved me despite all my mistakes and messes!”
This Sunday, people all over the world will gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a good time to reflect on death, life and eternity, says longtime pastor Bill King.
Folks were shocked when the grammar police said it’s OK to end a sentence with a preposition. Unlike the world’s rules, God’s rules don’t change. Aren’t you glad?
Rick Lance: “I see Jeff Iorg as a true difference maker … in this most important position. He has a resumé that speaks volumes about his leadership gifts. … I will be praying for [him] as he assumes his new duties.”
Columnist Debbie Childers reminds us that when God tells us that His gift of salvation is free, He really means it! We don’t have to earn it or pay for it. We just have to receive.
Columnist Ken Lass remembers the time he spent as a teenager in a rock band days and looks back with gratitude at the decisions that led him down each new path.