Lonely Christmas
“The angel of the Lord said to [the shepherds], “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you;…
Seven Deadly Lies of Deployment
Once again, we saw a marriage crumble. Once again, we saw the husband walk out . . . the wife give up. Once again we saw a family disintegrate leaving a legacy of divorce. Once again we thought—if only they…
Promise, not Circumstance
“So let us come near to God with a sincere heart and a sure faith, with hearts that have been purified from a guilty conscience and with bodies washed with clean water. Let us hold on firmly to the hope…
“The Wedding Prayer” Revisited
It is a privilege to re-post this devotional in memory of Dr. Louis H. Evans, Jr., who passed away on October 29th of this year (as reported in World magazine for Nov 15/22). Of all of our writings on Excellent…
Peace Support Operations
"Try to be at peace with everyone, and try to live a holy life, because no one will see the Lord without it. Guard against turning back from the grace of God. Let no one become like a bitter plant…
“Is this what marriage was supposed to be?”
“So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.” —Matthew 19:6 Our ministry verse has been “With my mouth (also with my pen and my computer) I will make Your faithfulness…
Can You Take a Dare?
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13 I have been reading The Love Dare, the book featured in the recent movie Fireproof. This book…
Good Experience
“For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 Not far from our house is a road with a sharp curve. The Department…
Blessed To Be A Blessing
“Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim You, who walk in the light of Your presence, O LORD. They rejoice in Your name all day long; they exult in Your righteousness.” —Psalm 89:15, 16 What do you do when…
Ready! Fire! Aim!
“Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.” —James 1:19-20 Rarely does a movie come out that just “nails it”—gets to…