A Sweeping Victory (1-22-17 Formations)
Although Romans is aptly seen as Paul's greatest theological statement, I think of it as his ode to God's unequaled love. Some see today's text as
Gadget Resolutions to Start Your Year Securely
The start of the year is a great time to roll up your shirt sleeves and address personal privacy and security.
One New People (1-15-17 Formations)
I had been building a relationship with an acquaintance in our city, but hit a stone wall when I urged him to accept Christ. Without animosity he
Salvation for all (1-8-17 Formations)
No nonsense! This is Paul's clear statement to a young man serving Christ in a very difficult situation. But don't hurry through the words as though they only apply to a
All things as loss (1-1-17 Formations )
Through the years I have admired many people for their hard choices, integrity, accomplishments or sacrifices. None of my heroes have been perfect, but they share one
55+ Adults: Peace unites
In Ephesians 4:1-3, the Apostle Paul lists five key Christian lifestyle practices. Four practices are to “[b]e completely humble, gentile, patient and motivated by love.”
The fifth
Your Savior is born (12-25-16 Formations)
Today is THE day! Hallelujah! From your facial expression, although you are at church, you look stressed, exhausted and not in a “hallelujah” mood. You have gotten
Don’t be afraid (12-18-16 Formations)
Please don't misunderstand me. The Christmas story is not a childhood fantasy, a concocted mixture of a little prince who grows up in poverty, is rescued from
Are you the one? (12-11-16 Formations)
We have just gone through a grueling election, now followed by shock, despair, joy and questions. What next? Will this change produce positive solutions for rank and file people, world tensions and the future? What about all those campaign promises and threats?
Stay alert! (11-27-16 Formations)
In the magnificence of Salisbury Cathedral of England I discovered a quiet little side chapel that contains the martyrs’ candle. It is a place where you can