Faith of the Founding Fathers

Faith of the Founding Fathers

“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance.” (Psalm 33:12, NIV)  The founding of the United States is deeply intertwined with the faith and principles of its early leaders. While the Founding Fathers came from diverse...
God’s Gifts

God’s Gifts

“But someone who does not know, and then does something wrong, will be punished only lightly. When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required.” -Luke 12:48...
Being Known for More

Being Known for More

“Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God” (Ruth 1:16, NIV) Generosity and devotion are core themes woven throughout the Bible, illustrating the principles of selflessness, compassion, and...
Justice and Compassion

Justice and Compassion

“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and will be repaid in full.” – Proverbs 19:17 (NRSV) In the annals of Christian history, few names shine as brightly in the realm of compassionate ministry as John Wesley. A tireless evangelist, preacher, and...
Short-sightedness

Short-sightedness

 “Then Hezekiah said to Isaiah, “This message you have given me from the Lord is good.” For the king was thinking, “At least there will be peace and security during my lifetime.”– 2 Kings 20:19 One of the most significant challenges to all of us is what we might call...