Are You Born Again or Religious?

Are You Born Again or Religious?

Are you born again, or are you just religious? The question is significant. Indeed, it was the seminal point of the conversation between Jesus Christ and a man named Nicodemus. They were discussing Jesus’ teaching ministry and Jesus turned the conversation to the issue of being born again. Nicodemus was confused. “How can these things…

Why Must We Be Born Again?

Why Must We Be Born Again?

“If we can just get them in church…” I have heard those words time and again from a desperate parent; a hurting wife; or a co-worker of someone needing a life change. How will going to church help? Take a deep breath, Pastor. I am not anti-church. I better not be, since I have spent…

There is Only One God

There is Only One God

Not long ago I was at the coffee shop and someone came up to me and said, “Do you ever frown? You’re always smiling!” I was thankful that they thought that about me, because wherever I go I want my face, my life and my spirit to communicate that there is Someone greater living in…

3 Powerful Ways a Christian Can Live a Holy Life

3 Powerful Ways a Christian Can Live a Holy Life

On June 2015, I wrote a blog entitled, Does God Ever Say “Maybe” to Homosexuality Among Christians? I was expressing concern over the softening position of major Evangelical leaders regarding same-sex marriages. It seems since then to have become a widening horizon. Any position that would emphasize holiness and purity of life is likely met…