John McCastle, a faithful reader involved in orphanages in Africa, sent me this. I thought you might like to consider what it implies in terms of willingness. It moved me, too. Perspectives™ on the World Christian Movement Worth Keeping: A little creativity can bring great results Indeed, creativity in mission giving is not lacking Northeast…
Psychological and physiological deterioration in the constant presence of life threatening conditions is well documented. When we are subjected to an environment of fear, uncertainty, hostility and aggression over a prolonged period, defense mechanisms come into play that are not exhibited under “normal” circumstances. In war, we see human beings on the edge. From…
“but it was in order that the works of God might be displayed in him.” John 9:3 We love the miracle stories. So full of compassion and power. So challenging. So uplifting. Over and over, Jesus demonstrates God’s incredible care and infinite grace by healing one distorted life after another. Jesus continued to perform miracles…
The transition to the new web site is almost done. If you made a donation or purchase any time since January 1, 2008, you should be getting Today’s Word every day. If you aren’t getting it, that means we could not find your e mail address in the old list. That happens because often e…
John 5:6 Jesus is making his way through the crowd at the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem. To do so he has to pass by a pool. Today, just like every day, it is surrounded by those who cling to life by a thread of hope. Legend says that this pool sometimes becomes the channel of…
A study of Philippians 4:4-7 (4) Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice! (5) Let your forbearing spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. (6) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. (7) And the peace…
I remember those days in high school when the “new math” was introduced. We carried around brown paper covered texts full of strange language, believing we were on the verge of enlightenment. Most of the time we were just confused. All of the familiar ways of handling problems with numbers were displaced, inappropriate. The old…
“Count it all joy when” James 1:2 This Sunday I will share my story with the congregation of my church. Since my wife and I are new members, few people know much about my life with God. I realize that many of you who receive Today’s Word probably don’t know much about me…
“You know, it’s really disappointing.” Yes, I knew exactly what he meant. He was commenting on the fact that a few days earlier the house that he thought finally sold, through what seemed like a direct intervention of God’s grace, suddenly fell apart. The deal was off. No explanation, just disappointment. “If God knew that…
Reflections from a few years ago Yesterday I lost my job. It doesn’t really matter that I lost it because the ministry ran out of funds. The reality is still the same. No income. The bills don’t stop just because the ministry ended. But the confidence that I had for the last year and a…
