The world feels like a war zone sometimes.  Deadly Ebola virus brought to the US.  Extremists slaughtering all who do not share their faith.  The news can easily pose the question in our minds that US Army veteran Chris Plekenpol pondered: “God must have taken a vacation because there’s no way ...

‘Do not overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.’ Romans 12:21 (NIV) Compromise…this is a word that can be good, or it can be bad.  But it is an interesting word for sure.   compromise (Merriam-Webster) (noun): : a way of reaching agreement in which each person or group ...

Valley Forge wasn’t the place to be during the winter of 1777-78 if you were partial to heat, sturdy clothing, and food. But this is exactly where General George Washington, along with 12,000 men fighting to gain freedom from Great Britain in the American Revolutionary War, found themselves. George Washington ...

The Ministry Of Rescue Missions By John Livingston Clark How do you think you could best help someone who is living on the street? What do you think of when a person mentions a rescue mission? Unfortunately, many people attach a negative stereotype to these places. That should not be. ...

Doctor: So you have pain and burning while urinating? Me: Yes. Doctor: Have you noticed any blood in your urine? Me: It is a little pinkish. Doctor: Well, after we culture this sample, I’m fairly certain we’ll find a presence of a UTI – urinary tract infection. Unfortunately, many of ...

Born in 20th century America, independence beats loudly in my heart.  The concept of a king to whom I would submit in total allegiance is difficult for me to grasp. I struggle to understand news reports of blind obedience and terrorist rulers. The conquering of the will of another offends and ...

An honest man is framed for a murder he didn’t even know about and is sentenced by corrupt officials to life in prison… it sounds like a great movie plot, which it is. It is also a true story. Clint Black, who stars as Cadillac Jack Favor in the movie, ...

God’s Protection Over Israel In The Gaza War By John Livingston Clark Can God deflect missiles? Has God shown His miracle power on behalf of Israel in the Gaza conflict? Read the following account by a commander of the Iron Dome, Israel’s defense system. “A missile was fired from Gaza…” ...

Anna was a joyful person, and she knew how to enjoy her life. She had a jolly laugh, even from her small room in the nursing home she moved to after losing her husband. Each Christmas Eve she would sit in the middle of her large family as they gathered ...

‘Here is a trustworthy saying: if we died with Him, we will also live with Him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him.  If we disown Him, He will disown us; if we are faithless, He will remain faithful, for He cannot disown Himself.’   2 Timothy 2:11-13 (NIV) ...