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But whatever I am now, it is all because God poured out his special favor on me—and not without results. For I...
The Christian Gospel is a jewel with many facets. It embodies the love and mercy of God. It shines with his grace...
Some kinds of reminders drive me crazy. For example, I don't appreciate being reminded for the umpteenth time that my subscription is about to run out . . . to a magazine I've decided to stop...
As a Presbyterian, I have heard someone quote 1 Corinthians 14:40 perhaps five hundred times. Seriously.
As you may recall, the Christians in Corinth were struggling with the issue of spiritual manifestations. In particular, some of the believers there were overly excited about speaking in unknown...
Yesterday, I sought to answer the question "Is it okay to want more of the Spirit's power?" On the basis of ...
When I was a teenager, the whole discussion of spiritual gifts was a lively and controversial one. Some people in my church...
When I was in college, my roommates and I would sometimes play a game that involved tough imaginary choices.
Human beings yearn to know God. Indeed, as St. Augustine wrote, our hearts are restless until they find rest in God. Those...
Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. 1 Corinthians 13:7 At first glance, ...
Inspector Javert is one of my favorite figures in all of literature. He plays a key role in Victor Hugo's classic novel, Les Misérables. Most people today know him by way of the...