Take My Word—Covenants and Treaties in the Bible

Take My Word—Covenants and Treaties in the Bible

How good is your word? A contract may be defined as an agreement that is intended to be enforceable by law. This is why such agreements are often described as being “legally binding.” Contracts may be written or spoken. Yet, as many of us have learned the hard way, an...
A Word About Friendship

A Word About Friendship

Deep and abiding friendships are increasingly rare. The truth is, not only is the world filled with lonely people, but the church is too. And although we are surrounded by people whose faces we recognize, could we really count on them as true friends? FORGING...
Is God in Control of My Sickness?

Is God in Control of My Sickness?

Nobody enjoys sickness or infirmity. Whether it is a significant disease or a minor sickness, infirmities often are a source of consternation and complaint. Regardless of whether it is our own sickness, or the sickness of a loved one, Christians are constantly driven...
The Glorious Return of Christ

The Glorious Return of Christ

I often have been drawn to Revelation 19:15. This verse comes in the middle of Revelation 19:11–21, a dramatic section describing Jesus’ second coming from heaven to earth. Concerning Jesus, the verse reads: “From His mouth comes a sharp sword, so that with it He may...