There are times when a book surprises you; you hoped it would be a good read, but you never expected it to be a great read. Walking Through the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of Moses, by Bruce Feiler was such a book for me. Like many Jews and Christians homes, […]
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Looking Into a Mirror
One of the mystical and powerful characteristics of the Bible is its ability to reveal the truth about both humanity and one’s self in its stories. The struggles of the men and women in the pages of the Bible to be faithful and obedient to The Lord shine a light on our own battles of […]
A Helpful Map for the Journey
When a person begins a journey, it is usually helpful to consult one or two maps. Maps provide the traveler with a general path to follow and a little understanding of the terrain. A person doesn’t need to stay on the path all of the time. There are going to be opportunities to go exploring and head off […]
We Have a Story to Tell
The bookshelves are full of tomes that condemn the Christian Church and predict its demise. The decline in membership is proof positive that the end is near. In this milieu, it is refreshing to read a book that believes the Christian faith can and will have a positive impact on our society and the world. […]
An Insightful Companion for the Journey
I have found that having companions accompany me on a journey is a lot more fun and interesting than traveling alone. This hold true even if the companions are your rambunctious, squabbling children who keep wanting potty stops and who constantly ask, “Are we there, yet?” I have found a companion and resource for my […]