There are some hymns which preach better than any minister, I think. For example, “Are You Washed In the Blood?” This song asks, “Have you bee…

In the 1980’s Barbra Streisand captivated movie goers in Yentl, a poignant portrayal of a young Jewish girl who had a passion for studying the…

I was visiting last week with a friend of mine and we were discussing how many people don’t seem to be able to discern deception. She brought …

A proverb is a pithy, usually-short statement of useful truth. Proverbs often declare principles, which are deep, fundamental truths that have…

Do you have a regular prayer time with other believers? Most people who attend a church probably would say yes because they do have a few minu…

Did you ever receive a note in elementary school that asked the question, “Will you be my friend?” The instructions were “check yes or no.” No…

Dr. M. Scott Peck, psychiatrist, said, “Alcoholism is a genetic, inherited disorder.” I believe he was right. When I taught nursing students, …

Is Jesus present with you in a tangible way?

I didn’t grow up in a church that emphasized Lent. It was later in my adult years that I began to research and consider Lent as part of my spi…