Singers from Michael Jackson to Billy Joel to Bon Jovi give the same advice for enduring hard times: “Keep the faith!” This phrase with biblical origin (2 Timothy 4:7) has …
Psalm 16: Predicting the Resurrection
Psalm 16:10 is a key verse from the Old Testament the apostles used to defend the resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord: “For you will not leave my soul in …
What’s So Good About Friday?
As I grew up, my dad pastored a small church in downstate New York. Our building was centrally located on the village’s main road, which attracted many kids who passed …
A One Minute to Midnight Moment
Have you ever had a one minute to midnight moment? Such a moment comes when a person is faced with a life-changing decision. The phrase one minute to midnight originated …
Unmasking Antisemitism
Growing up in New Zealand in the 1970s, many kids enjoyed the rewards of a bottle exchange program that allowed you to take a glass soft drink bottle back to …
Why We Celebrate Christmas at the Perfect Time of Year
When we turn the clocks forward an hour in the spring, many of us feel like a weight has been lifted. An extra hour of light does wonders for our …
