I was watching a British television series when the main character stated “Hell is separation from GOD” while talking to an avowed atheist.  It didn’t surprise me, because he is a Catholic priest, who often espouses a very liberal view of the Bible.  Religion isn’t the main focus of the program, and the priest […]

     As I read a post from our former missionary Pastor, it was like reading another chapter in a great love story.  He told how he and his wife met in Bible College and went on to Pastor Churches.  He recounted their life together as overseas missionaries in Africa and Europe and how they drew

     When my grandson heard that we were going to camp, he thought we would sleep in tents and have fun in the great outdoors.  I knew better and looked forward to spending time with the men of our Church.  It was a little out of my comfort zone, but I knew I needed to

     The internet is awash with “positive” websites and messages to “encourage” people and lift their spirits.  Before the internet, I remember seeing these kinds of messages on posters in school and later at work.  I even saw some in church.  These messages make you “feel good.”      Norman Vincent Peale gained notoriety for his

     My wife wanted to try out a new pizza place near our home.  I wasn’t that thrilled about the idea and hoped she would change her mind.  She didn’t, so I followed her lead.  The place was crowded, usually a sign of something good.  I immediately noticed all the staff were very young, casually