When I was a student at seminary, someone asked me a question jokingly, “Do you have a July Fourth in Korea?” It was a trick question. I didn’t know how to answer. The answer, of … more

I often think that Jesus had a great sense of humor, although we seldom preach on it or laugh at it! There are many instances in scripture where his examples are both profound and humorous. In the … more

“God. I Am in Need of Some Healing!” Matthew 4:23-25; 15:29-31 I found this story while researching the topic of healing (author unknown). “A very dignified pastor was … more

Isaiah 28: 16 So this is what the Sovereign Lord says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it … more

I love to talk a walk, every day if I can. I have had many troubles with my feet, so it is not always possible. But when I can it is very enjoyable. Spring is also a very refreshing time of year to … more

Have you ever felt that something is missing from your life? Perhaps you have tried to fill the void with other people, buying something expensive like a new car or a house or poured your heart and … more

By the time you get to read this article, it will be “Easter Monday” on the religious calendar. Hopefully, you were able to participate in the Easter services offered by the many … more

When I began to give some serious thought to the spiritual journey Christians are taking through this week, I began to see it as a roller coaster ride. The enormous “ups and downs” of the … more

According to the church calendar, of which very few people follow, we are in the fourth week of Lent. In three weeks the church celebrates Easter. This is the time some people enjoy talking about the … more

As I write, it’s snowing and spring seems far away. Spring is coming, even if it doesn’t look like it. That is the wonder of this planet that our Lord created. Spring will come, as will … more

There are some things in life that just seem too risky to even think about doing but yet we wonder if we should at least look into it some more and see what it all entails. In this day and age of … more

Acts 1:12-13 says: “Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where … more