Joel–Not One of My Favorites
Even though the Book of Joel is not one of my favorite books of the Bible, the prophet Joel still has a lot to say to those of us living in the 21st century.
Inspiration
God Tunes: How Christians Miss the Point of “Spirit in the Sky”
Greenbaum missed the point of “Spirit in the Sky” and so do many Christians to this day.
Nostalgia For Days Gone By
Historic, scary, dangerous battles: political, shootings, fires, climate…. Enough already! Time for a break with a nostalgic trip to a simpler and more fun era.
Are We Choosing the Right Side?
What can we learn from the King Solomon’s wisdom books in the Bible? When he wrote that “the heart of the wise inclines to the right,” was he talking politics?
Farming Out Life Skills
How ridiculous is it that Life Coaches are an industry? Instead of working on a farm to learn life skills, too many people farm it out.
Dealing with the Storms of Life
It’s early in hurricane season, and wise coastal residents stay on alert for these mega-storms. But how do we deal with the storms that life puts in our paths?
The Miracle of Nature: God’s Hand at Work in Lake Huron
After a breathtaking dive, I was compelled to write this; Now one of my new favorite local dive sites. I’ve seen the changes since 1986 when I began diving here as a kid. It’s incredible
What Are Your Spiritual Gifts?
You were created by God for a specific purpose. In fact, when you became a Christian, God gave you at least one very specific spiritual gift. Are you using it?
Embracing Faith Amidst Secular Symbols
In my personal journey, I recall how my discovery that many of our holidays have roots in pagan rituals, initially shook my Christian-centric ideology.
Free Indeed!
Today, while we celebrate America’s freedom from tyranny, many of us remain slaves to a much darker force. Are we free? What does it mean to be truly free?
Airborne, By Sean Dietrich
For Sean Dietrich, a crowded airplane becomes another opportunity to meet new friends and see the best on other people
Prosperity Gospel is Not Gospel
Prosperity theology tells us that if we have faith (and donate to Christian ministries), we will receive financial blessings. Stop! That’s a dangerous belief!
The Misguided Advice in High School Graduation Speeches
All too often, the advice given is impractical, overly idealistic, and fails to prepare students for the harsh realities of adulthood.
My Dad Is Better Than Yours
Every year on Father’s Day, we celebrate and honor the dads who raised us. But this author challenges anyone to prove that there’s a better dad than Hoot.
Good, By Sean Dietrich
Once again, Sean Dietrich…Sean of the South, inspires with his down-to-earth, warm humor.
Memorial, by Sean Dietrich
“Don’t say ‘Happy Memorial Day’ this weekend. It’s not happy. It ain’t about parades and barbecues. It’s about missing someone so badly you can’t breathe.”
Falling to Pieces
Maybe it’s not fair, but bad things do happen to good people. And while it makes no sense to us, we can trust that God has a plan for our hope and future.
The Dilution of Christianity in Evangelical Circles
The practice of encouraging quick commitments to Jesus without ensuring a deep, foundational understanding of the faith has led to superficial conversions.
The Army-West Point Class of 1997: Forged in Combat
Our journey would take us to the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq, where some of our finest would make the ultimate sacrifice.