Good Friday Really Is Good

Good Friday Really Is Good

It is a little strange, isn’t it, that we set aside time to remember the brutal murder of Jesus. And we call it “Good!” Remembering what He did on our behalf. What he suffered for us. And we call it “Good!” Why would we call it “Good Friday?” From a hindsight view, we...
The Help We Need

The Help We Need

If my truck breaks down in the middle of nowhere, I hope someone stops to help.  If my back goes out when I have a lot of work to do, I hope someone can help.  If I am about to eat something that could harm me, I hope someone lets me know.  Basically, if I ever need...
Take Heart

Take Heart

the place of peace “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” —John 16:33 Ever had someone encourage you during a difficult time? I remember the...
God’s Word Changes Lives

God’s Word Changes Lives

Guest Writer Dr. John Goetsch  Arriving at teen camp a few summers back, I was greeted by one of the pastors who had brought his teenagers for the week. “Brother Goetsch,” he said, “we have a fine young man in our group whose family is Jewish. The parents are nice but...
A Bizarre Friend

A Bizarre Friend

Job 14:1 we read, “Man that is born of a woman is of few days and full of trouble.” Friends are wonderful blessings from the Lord. A friend may not always be there with you, but they will always be there for you. Eleanor Roosevelt said, “Many people will walk in and...
Five Simple Words

Five Simple Words

My wife and I help with a meal delivery program for shut-ins once a week. I am very tempted to say it is no big deal. After all, it takes us just a couple of hours once a week. Still, it is a way to show the love of Jesus to others in a small way. And small things...