The more we allow the world to consume us with its delusions, the more we will fall into despair. Many of people have sought after possessions, power and pleasure in order to satisfy the soul, but in the end have reached the point of realization that the latter part was even worse off than the [...]
Striving To No Where
onThe why answers the what and the effort determines the distance. But the incorrect reason to why we do something can take us to the incorrect what while causing the effort to be in vain ultimately bringing us to no where. Clarify the why to better understand the what in order to embark forward on [...]
Awake In The Midst Of Prosperity
onEconomic times seem to be booming within America and throughout the world as business continue to grow at rapid rates and spending is on a roll. Even though there are rumors of war, famines throughout the world and climate change and earthquakes increasing, there are still many who are claiming peace and security. But, although [...]
Information And Wisdom
onIn an age rich with information we have become deprived of wisdom. No matter how much knowledge one may acquire, if wisdom is not found, the knowledge is acquired in vain and futile. One must know how to discern enable to produce, and not just produce, but produce the good that is needed in the [...]
Understanding Temperance Within The Christian Life
onHow does one exhibit temperance within the Christian life? Does temperance need to be exhibited in food and drinks or also the things we pursue? Extremism is a common place in both the church and secular society and can be difficult to know how to truly live for God without causing someone to stumble or [...]
A Thankful Heart
onA thankful heart not only helps us keep focused on God and His love, but helps us live with no regrets as well as be at peace during times of turmoil. We must always remember that God is good. -Michael Thacker
The Greater Light
onThis life is a journey towards a point in time where our temporal eyes close and our eternal eyes open. At that moment the sunsets with darkness covering only but for a moment. Following the moment of darkness is a Greater Light that shines the way to our eternal home. For those that believed in [...]
Christian Temperance And Social Reform
onYesterday I touched on the subject of political and social reform and that the ideas of reform stem from the individual, and from there seep and effect the larger outcome. In order to obtain a proper modern day social and political reformation, we must first consult our own hearts in order to better approach and [...]
Political Agendas And True Reform
onSocieties and governments are not changed by a mere “conversion” of an individual to a particular political agenda, but rather a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. Societal change starts at the personal level and works its way forward from there. First people must come to know Jesus personally and fully experience the Christian life and [...]