Christians and Halloween

How should we handle this holiday? A round-up of articles about Christians and Halloween.

Should Christians Pursue Wealth?

What does the bible say about pursuing wealth? Obsession For the poorest of paupers, she flaunts,always the unreachable dream.For the wealthiest of kings, she dances,ruling his heart through cunning means. Many long to touch her, to hold her,and some have accomplished the task.Her embrace is intoxication,and in her essence, they long to bask. Her existence causes war […]

4 Devotional Books That Will Invigorate Your Life

The Best Daily Devotional Books As a follower of Christ, I have found it necessary to start – and end – my day with my head and heart in the right place. Through the years, certain devotional books have counseled me and guided me as I’ve sought to understand important truths found in the Bible. […]

The God of His Word

Does God always keep his promises? Walking in the midst of our trials, it is often difficult to believe that God will come through for us. A mother in labor for hours, suffering from birth pains, is overwhelmed by thoughts that the ordeal will never end. Ah, but when the moment comes – great rejoicing! […]

Are You a Christian…Or a Disciple?

How to live an authentic Christian Life I recently heard a sermon about the difference between identifying as a Christian and being a Disciple. It was one of those sermons that just sets a fire under you, and reignites that passion you had when you were young in the Lord and wanted everyone around you […]

When God Calls You Far From Home | Part 2

Becoming a missionary with a Family As I was sitting in church one Sunday morning my heart was anxious and my mind was wandering. Normally, I paid close attention to the sermon but this particular Sunday was different as I was strongly sensing the call to move to Guatemala as a missionary. How could I […]

When God Calls You Far From Home | Part 1

What are the first steps to becoming a missionary? A missionary’s call is not a “career choice”. It is a calling from God. As a former missionary I know this, and experienced this call in my life nearly twenty years ago. And when I took that step of obedience, by faith, I embarked on an adventure that […]

Can God Forgive Abortion?

can God forgive someone who has had an abortion? By now, if you follow my blog, you know well that I am pro-life. A while back I wrote an article about why Christians should oppose abortion basing my arguments on biblical passages. While I am a staunch opponent of the pro-abortion culture, I want to […]

Faith’s Pursuit: An Interview with the Author

Faith’s Pursuit by Deanna R. Slamans Faith’s Pursuit is an inspiring true story about a young woman’s journey with God. As a little girl, she meets Him in the most unlikely place–her broken heart. He walks with her through her poverty and shame. When He calls her forth, she dares to follow and discovers that […]

What To Do With That Spiritual Clutter

Throw off everything that hinders I hate messes. I tell my children every night before they go to bed to straighten up their rooms. Dirty clothes go in the hamper. Shoes go in the closet. Toys go to their designated spots. The kids don’t like it. But, it’s important that they form this habit. We all […]