“Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” (1 Timothy 6:12) Why is it that we (sometimes) enjoy a good fight? A brawl at a hockey game, a...
Did you ever receive a few “swats to the behind” while growing up? Was the “board of wisdom” ever applied to your “seat of understanding? It certainly was a common practice in my home! Did you ever, like me, have a delicious (but mandatory) washing out of your...
“Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites.” These words from Moses to Joshua gave instructions of what he was to do in full military aggressive action. Then Moses said, “Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my hands.” ...
“You’ve changed!” Have you ever heard (or made) that comment? The statement may only refer to your physical characteristics – such as a new haircut or glasses, or a physical condition, but sometimes it is all about our attitude and mindset. The truth is, change is...
God desires for you and me to have a pure heart. “Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart” (2 Timothy 2:22). In the above verse, the Apostle Paul gives us five...
Grace Christian University is an incredible place. As president of Grace I am excited to welcome you to experience a life-transforming education. The Grace Christian University faculty, staff, and students are committed to being a growing community. By that we mean...
I have responded this way many times when what I expressed didn’t come out right, or there were additional consequences to my words or actions which I had never considered. We’ve all done it. Have you ever read a “spoken text” from a friend who was sent without...
Winter is holding on here in West Michigan! The ground remains solidly frozen. Daily, I hear from people who are anxious for warmer weather and jealous of those who are looking at palm trees or cactus. But when it comes to the calendar - and often the...
It is truly amazing to meet with individuals from different cultures in faraway lands yet find there is a strong bond between you. My wife Kathy and I found this to be true on our recent trip to Tanzania, East Africa. We were reunited with brothers and...
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