Running the Spiritual Race of Life

Have you ever received any trophies or ribbons for a sports competition and/or extracurricular activity? If so, which one was the most impactful for you? I received my most meaningful reward when I was a sophomore in High School. Our swim team participated in a weekend meet called The House of Champions. It took place... Continue Reading →

The Beauty of Unconditional Forgiveness

On a scale from 1-10, one being the easiest and ten being the hardest, how would you rate your ability to forgive someone in the following situations. Afterward, ask yourself,  "Does my desire to forgive depend on the severity of the offense?" 1. Your sibling borrows your coat jacket for a backpacking trip in the... Continue Reading →

People tend to get caught up in where they should worship God, what music they should listen to, or not listen to, and how their style of praising God looks to other people. Should I be silent, sing along, raise up one hand, or maybe both? However, this is not the right focus and misses... Continue Reading →

5 Reasons For Pursuing a Theological Education

Imagine that you are in the doctor's office. The nurse calls you back, takes your blood pressure and temperature. Then she drops you off in a vacant room and informs you the doctor will check with you shortly . While you wait anxiously, you can't help but stare at the clock and listen to the... Continue Reading →

Sharing the Gospel Never Returns Void

In the spring of 1992, a fourth-grade class from Portland, Maine was being taught about ocean currents. During one lesson, their teacher, Pamela Trieu, spoke about the Gulf Stream and how it flows along the East Coast and rotates around Europe. After the lesson, the kids came up with an innovative idea. They exclaimed, “Let’s... Continue Reading →

The Epidemic of Violence is Ravaging Our Nation

On March 22nd, 2014 between 7 and 10 PM, Louisville Metro Police Department received a phone call concerning disorderly behavior on the Waterfront Bridge in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Chief of Police Steve Conrad said there were a total of 17 incidents, 5 robberies, 4 assaults, and the rest criminal mischief from a mob of 200... Continue Reading →

Top 5 Least Evangelical Countries in the World

5. Yemen - Located in Western Asia, the Republic of Yemen is in the Arabian peninsula, borders the Gulf of Eden, the Arabian Sea, and the Red Sea. It ranks as the 50th largest country in the world at 203,850 square miles. The top 3 languages spoken are Arabic, Hindi, and Somalian. There are approximately... Continue Reading →

What is Christian Discipleship and How Does It Work In the Modern World?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rk8ERxqCZqQ   This short video encapsulates the vision that Jesus had for believers when He said, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations." The word go is an action verb that expresses the idea of always moving. Therefore, Christians shouldn't be waiting for others to come and join their church. Instead, Christians must be... Continue Reading →

Everyday is a Special Day

"This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it (Ps. 118:24)." Christmas is over. I understand the melancholy you feel. It's time to put down the tree, lights, and decorations. It's time to say goodbye to your friends and loved ones. The laughter and good conversations you had... Continue Reading →

Overcoming Anger With Grace

"A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back (Prov. 29:11)."  In the spring of 1894, Boston hosted a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles that ended in a disaster. Infielder John McGraw, also known as Little Napoleon and Muggsy, got into a fistfight with the Boston third basemen.... Continue Reading →

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