Applying scripture
The Bible is full of treasures, and scripture can be likened in a way to a jewel with many aspects. When viewing a jewel from different angles, with light shining from di... »
Simon Bishop
The life-giving power of Jesus
I want to share a story that illustrates the life-giving and redemptive power of Jesus. In the seminars I teach to graduating students, I always invite them to pray with... »
Realigning priorities
Jesus made some strong statements about money in the gospels (Matthew 6:24), not because He preached against it, but because the love of money has a powerful influence an... »
Our savior relates to us
There are four books of the Bible that are dedicated to the story of Jesus’ life; they record His teachings, miracles, actions, etc. Mark and John’s accounts begin when J... »
Putting on Christ
I have been thinking a lot about personal growth recently, and have been listening to inspirational talks on the importance of spiritual growth and character development.... »
Our Father’s Love
I’m writing this shortly after we celebrated Father’s Day, which was also around the time of my late father’s birthday. I have been thinking about what it means to be a f... »
The power of believing prayer
Although Jesus didn’t promise to keep us from all trouble and tribulation, He did say He would be the final victor. (See John 16:33.) I believe that during especially try... »
Striving for peace
I visited a friend who asked for advice about a problem he was having. A former colleague had moved on and started his own business in direct competition. He had taken so... »
Prepared for the battle
When preparing for the new year, I was reminded that life is a battle, a fact which is supported in the Bible. There are many verses where warfare, battles, weapons, figh... »
Be a true friend
I was listening to a podcast this morning on the topic of friendship. The speaker was talking about when he was going through a difficult time, and when he received some... »
God’s hand in our lives
What proof do we need before we will believe that God exists? For the person determined not to believe, almost anything, no matter how amazing or extraordinary, will even... »
The benefits of a positive attitude
Henry Ford once said, “If you think you can or if you think you can’t—you’re right.” This mirrors a truth found in the Proverbs: “For as he thinks in his heart, so is he”... »
Hearing God’s Whispers
I’ve always believed that prayer is not only speaking to God, but seeking His guidance as well, and then taking the time to listen to His still, small voice [[see 1 Kings... »