Kenya massacre should matter to us
Terror attacks in little-known pockets on the African continent often are overlooked in international reporting or are barely mentioned. But that was not the case with a horrific attack at Garissa University
In Christ, we have no need to fear
Jesus' example at Easter gives believers hope and triumph over fear and reason for confidence in God's work through his Son and Holy Spirit.
Start retirement planning now
Retirement means shifting gears, remaining true to oneself and preparing to continue to improve oneself. Each retiree must find his or her own way.
So we’re older — so what?
Older adults -- just like every age group -- have something to offer others and God since "we're not dead yet!"
Vaccinate for the benefit of all
Parents' decisions to withhold vaccinations for their children may put others at great risk of contracting diseases unnecessarily.
Churches and the race issue
Many religious leaders believe it is past the time when racial discord should have been resolved. The faith community can lend a prophetic voice as legislative remedies are formulated and proposed. They can make sure they and their congregations demonstrate acceptance and support themselves. Churches
Thank God for fresh starts
Being honest about one's life offers God a palette for transformation -- a fresh start.
The good news is always relevant
Celebrate Christ's coming at every opportunity and commit yourself to the Savior who prompts believers to help reconcile the world to himself.
Pursue the peace in Ferguson
Ferguson has much from which to recover. Different from Joplin, Ferguson has the potential to rise from strife in relationships, work through its problems and model a healthy community.
Live life with gratitude
For most people, the day of thanksgiving may bear little resemblance to the earliest days of gratitude for a good harvest celebrated almost as long as times of harvest in rural settings in cultures that long predated America itself.