Did you know that hearing is the last sense to die? That is why it is so important when a loved one is near death that someone remain nearby to talk to him or her. Even though they cannot respond outwardly, they are conscious of the care and love being shown to them through spoken words. The...
Just like you can open a mutual fund but never invest in it, you can become a Christian but never become a fully devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. If this describes you, then it may very well be that you have come to accept the following three lies about spiritual growth. First, it is...
The director of a zoo in Bonn, Germany, recommended that he close the zoo for one day each week. He claimed that the lions, monkeys, and several other animals were overly nervous and under great stress because they were viewed by the public every day. So he wanted to close the zoo for one day...
On January 8th, we will begin a brand new series on the book of Job! There are two primary reasons why this is one of the greatest books ever written. First, most people who are aware of great literature will say that as far as literary style is concerned Job is a classic. Second, all people who...
In 1897, a little girl wrote to the New York Sun and asked, “Is there really a Santa Claus?” The newspaper editor, in his now famous editorial, replied: “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus!” And since that seemingly insignificant editorial, this fat man with a white...
Generosity is at the heart of Christmas. First and foremost, Christmas is centered around God’s generosity toward us that was demonstrated when He gave us His one and only Son that we might find new life in Him. Because of this truth, as we are now in the Christmas season, this is such a...
In I Thessalonians 5:18 we read, “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Many people want to know God’s will for their lives, and by this they typically mean what they should do in a particular area of their lives. Like: Where...
If you are barely getting by financially and simply cannot give what you want to give to the Lord’s work at Northway Community Church (NCC), then I want you to know that I understand what you are going through. And please realize that I do not know the giving records of anyone at our...
The two presidential candidates before us have disapproval ratings among the highest of any candidates in the history of our nation. In this regard, there has never been an election like this in our country, so what are we to do, especially as Christ followers? There are actually three...
Do you ever want to quit listening to people talk or push their agenda on television, social media, or even in person? But then, when a public speaker finally does have your undivided attention, how did he/she get it? Is it because they are charming, intelligent, good looking, rich...