|| The Other Side of Fire ||
June 28, 2009
The story is told of a woman who read Malachi 3:3. She wondered what this passage on refining and purifying silver meant. Some weeks later, the inquisitive lady found herself in a silversmith’s shop. She noticed that the man held a piece of silver over the fire and let it heat. When she asked the [...]
|| Delighting in Dad ||
June 20, 2009
We are blessed this morning to enjoy another wonderful Father’s Day. This national moment during which we celebrate Dad is one that fills our hearts with joy. Despite our elation, however, too often we witness a lower assessment of fatherhood. For example, our nation’s telephone circuits are frequently overloaded as children reach out to Mom [...]
|| On Making Time to Spend Time ||
June 13, 2009
If you are a parent, you will probably agree with the statement, “I am extremely busy.” The demands of work and home leave us virtually drained. But are our busy schedules worth the cost? In his book, Raising the Bar: Ministry for Youth in the New Millennium, Alvin Reid indicates that only thirty-four percent of [...]
|| Teens, Faith, and Future ||
June 6, 2009
Many adults believe young folks are not interested in the church. At first glance, their assessment might appear to be accurate. Church growth experts suggest that teens comprise a large percentage of the 78,000 members Churches of Christ have lost since 2003. But we must look beyond a “first glance,” friends. When we do, we [...]
