The Church’s Death Is Greatly Exaggerated

“The reports of my demise are significantly misrepresented.” Reporters mistook Mark Twain for cousin James; the genuine citation is, “The report of my ailment became out of his sickness, the report of my passing was an embellishment.” The report about Twain’s ailment came about because of another person’s disease. Would Christianity be able to Survive?,… Continue reading The Church’s Death Is Greatly Exaggerated

A Prayer To Our Heavenly Father

Heavenly Father, I bless your holy name and thank you for this new day I thank you for all the blessings you will send my way I thank you for all you have already provided Beginning every morning with your new mercies I thank you for your grace which is sufficient for me Thank you… Continue reading A Prayer To Our Heavenly Father

Pros and Cons of Inclusion from the Perspective of Teachers

Introduction The purpose of this research study is to describe the process of inclusion of special needs students into the general high school student population. In line with of the goals of the research study the following questions were asked: (1) How did parents and professionals including school administrators, professional special education staff, general education… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Inclusion from the Perspective of Teachers

You’re a Pastor, Not a People Pleaser: Learn How to Say ‘No’

It’s hard for us people-pleasers to say “no” when going along to get along would cause fewer waves. By “people-pleaser” I do not mean opposed to doing the will of God, but wanting the people around me to be happy if it is in my power to make them so. “Why can’t we all just… Continue reading You’re a Pastor, Not a People Pleaser: Learn How to Say ‘No’

Considering Missions

A lot of people ask me the question “how did you know you were supposed to be a missionary?”. They are usually asking this question not just out of curiosity but from a place of consideration. Many of them are wondering if they too are called. I’ve also been at this missionary thing long enough… Continue reading Considering Missions

10 Steps to Start a Blog and Earn Income

Are you a stay at home mom and want to start a profitable and fun business? Why not start a blog? Blogging has many different ways and possible income streams it’s crazy! I figured it was time to share “how to blog” info because I am constantly getting asked questions about it. So in hopes… Continue reading 10 Steps to Start a Blog and Earn Income

Time and Tide – Women

“For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.” James 4:14b ESV Since 2008, we have seen women become the bread-winners in the American family culture and we have seen more of them leaving their churches. To say that life has become more difficult for women in the workplace is… Continue reading Time and Tide – Women

Poking Holes in the Holy Bible

America recently endured a storm as destructive as it gets. Lives were disrupted, and many were even destroyed. The entire country seemed affected, struck with awe and sympathy, and the word “survivors” was the mot du jour. Hurricane Florence was a terrible tragedy, but that’s not the one I’m talking about. I’m talking about the… Continue reading Poking Holes in the Holy Bible

The Holy Trinity

There are numerous volumes of writings about the Holy Trinity and they contain many confusing words. In reference to an explanation of the Holy Trinity, those books will not compare with the simplicity of the Holy Bible. The Holy Bible is inspired by God, 2 Timothy 3:16, and is useful for teaching, for correction, and… Continue reading The Holy Trinity

The Doctrine of Holiness

There’s a significant difference between my two-year-old granddaughter and me. Yes, I’m taller and older and able to support myself, but it’s something more profound. She demonstrates this difference every time we’re together. My granddaughter will make me sit down in a chair so she can serve me tea and a sandwich. When she delivers… Continue reading The Doctrine of Holiness