I came across an article recently discussing bizarre ways tech billionaires are attempting to reverse the aging process and live forever. More than one company is conducting research to determine if blood transfusions from younger people can extend life. According to some experts, transfusing blood from young, healthy people – specifically those between ages 16 …
Why Worship God?
Our English word “worship” is often translated from two words meaning “toward” and “kiss” (or “kiss toward”). In certain cultures, it was a common practice to prostate oneself before another and kiss his feet, the hem of his garment, or the ground. This was especially done by the Persians to express reverence toward their deified …
Hang in There, the Game’s Not Over Yet!
On September 16, 2018 Buffalo Bills defensive back Vontae Davis shocked his team and sports fans when he retired during halftime of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. He later issued a statement confirming his abrupt decision to retire. "This isn't how I pictured retiring from the NFL," the 10-year veteran said, adding that …
I’m Thankful Some Things Don’t Last
How many times have you asked someone about their vacation, only to hear them say, “It was great, only one problem – it ended too soon?” Have you ever asked someone about his weekend and heard him say, “It was too short”? Some things just seem to end sooner than we would like! Some things may …
The Significance of Christ’s Resurrection
Countless number of people around the world recognize Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday – the first Sunday after the full moon that falls on or after March 21. We cannot be certain of the origin of the term “Easter.” It is likely an Old English word of Germanic origin, that honors a goddess associated with …
Christian, Rejoice!
How sad it is for people professing to be Christians to fail to experience joy in life. These people may go through life with a negative outlook, pessimistic attitude, and perhaps even harboring bitterness in their hearts. This is certainly heartbreaking - not what God intended! Christians, more than any other people on this earth, …
Jesus Christ, the Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever
I’m old enough to remember listening to music on eight track tapes (now virtually a relic). I can remember when cassette tapes, quickly becoming a thing of the past, were “new on the scene.” Seems like not very long ago I was adjusting the tone arm on my record player. And now, Jason Palmer, writing for BBC News, …
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There’s No Room for Fear in the Heart of a Christian!
The Bible speaks of two kinds of fear. First, there is the fear that is commanded (Ecclesiastes 12:13). This fear involves respect, honor, reverence, and awe. The second type of fear is forbidden (Revelation 21:8). This type of fear is synonymous with dread, alarm, fright, and terror. Consider three things the Bible has to say …
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With Whom Are You Walking?
Do you realize your friends will help determine where you spend eternity? It’s true! Your friends can help strengthen your faith! But they can also help weaken your faith! Consider these words from Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm” (ESV). Your friends have …
An Inheritance in Heaven
Have you ever received an inheritance upon someone’s death? Will you receive an inheritance when YOU die? You must be thinking, “Nonsense, that’s not possible.” Think again! If you are a Christian, you have an inheritance waiting for you. Peter wrote, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten …
Why Are so Many Afraid to Call It Sin?
"He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the Lord" (Proverbs 17:15). This verse serves to remind us of those who are increasingly quick to go to great lengths to lessen the atrocity of sin (Isaiah 5:20). But no matter what man may call sin, God …
A Sure Way to Stay Out of Trouble!
“When we advance a little into life, we find that the tongue of man creates nearly all the mischief of the world” (English clergyman, 1820 - 1885). Truer words were never spoken! Countless troubles arise when a person fails to restrain his tongue. Friendships are damaged, relationships are wrecked, feelings are hurt, and reputations are marred – all …
Yes Alexandria, It’s Still OK To Have Children!
Freshmen New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made the news recently with her absurd comments concerning the condition of “planet earth.” In an Instagram live video she claimed that, in the wake of climate change, it is time for young people to ask a legitimate question – “Is it still ok to have children?” Later in …
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Better Than Any Safe Room
The internet site, http://www.fema.gov/safe-rooms, defines a safe room as “hardened structure specifically designed to meet the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) criteria and provide near-absolute protection in extreme weather events, including tornadoes and hurricanes. Near-absolute protection means that, based on our current knowledge of tornadoes and hurricanes, the occupants of a safe room built in …
What Defines Your Life?
A few months back, while traveling out of town, I passed by a self-storage rental company. I’m sure you’ve seen them – storage units you can rent to store your belongings” People might rent these units for any number of reasons. The extra storage space may be necessary while a house is being sold or …