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The Ninth Commandment: Laying the Foundation for Honesty, Part 2

Written by Karen Meeker

In part 1 we faced the growing challenge of providing a foundation of honesty for our children in a world that shows little respect for or dedication to truth. We had a clear picture of what needs...

Nothing to Fear but Fear Itself?

Written by Allen Holl

What do we truly have to fear? Compare a famous quote about fear with what the Bible says. “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.” That idea has been repeated over and over since...

God’s Special Promises for the Fatherless and Widow

Written by Lori Bryant

For those of us who find ourselves in the category of the fatherless and widow, there are special blessings outlined in God’s Word. God is faithful, and we can take much comfort in the...

Leap Day, Leap Months and Other Notable Times

Written by Mike Bennett

Calendars are a representation of what is happening in space in the intricate dance of the sun, earth and moon. Some calendars are more accurate than others, and one in particular marks a whole...

Enriching the Single Life

Written by Barbara Lee

What could I, as a single person, do to enrich my life? How could I combat the loneliness I was feeling? When will I ever get married? I’m single, I’m lonely and I’m feeling...

The Ninth Commandment: Laying the Foundation for Honesty, Part 1

Written by Karen Meeker

After witnessing a little child telling a lie to her parent, I was struck by how difficult a task it must be for Christian parents to counteract the influences of a world that thrives on lies. One...

Fighting Fear

Written by Ginny Morris

When our worries combine with a feeling that things are out of our control, we can feel overwhelmed with fear. But God’s love and trust in Him provide an antidote to fear. We were going to...

Linsanity, March Madness and the Mardi Gras Mentality

Written by Mike Bennett

Why do some men go crazy for whatever their latest obsession is? If we work hard, is that an excuse to be allowed to go a little crazy sometimes? First, a couple of disclaimers. Lest anyone...

Wait for God: Patient Faith Will Pay Off!

Written by Johnathan Armstrong

Some of the most important things we need to learn in the Christian life can be the hardest. God wants us to fully trust Him even when we have to wait—patiently. We live in a society of...