| 1:18 MIN READ | Have you been to the dentist recently? Regular dental check-ups are important for screening oral cancer and gum disease and discovering tooth decay. Lots of health issues are associated with the condition of the mouth. There’s an important application for our spiritual and relational lives too. What happens with our […]

| 1:38 MIN READ | Conflicts are a sad reality in our world. It seems that everywhere you turn there’s anger, strife, and division. All this contention robs people of joy and productivity. War always wreaks havoc and makes people poorer, weaker, and bitter. One of the worst types of strife is what happens in […]

| 1:28 MIN READ | One of the greatest gifts you will ever give someone is respect. It is important for us to treat everyone respectfully. No one likes to be disrespected. Jesus spoke of this kind of attitude and approach in our relationships. He taught us what is often referred to as, “the Golden […]

| 1:24 MIN READ | What are you thinking about? This question is far more important than we imagine. Thoughts are not benign, impotent, non-consequential things. They have a significant impact on our choices and quality of life. Your mindset sets the direction of your life. What is a “mindset?” It’s the way you regularly […]

| 1:11 MIN READ | People living in areas prone to natural disasters often build houses differently. They follow a set of building codes and requirements specifically designed to increase the chances of structures surviving things like hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes. The potential threat of destruction prompts more conscientious building. The Bible talks a lot […]

| 1:27 MIN READ | “I don’t have any friends!” Have you heard this before? Have you thought or said this before? One of the mental health epidemics of today’s culture is loneliness. Our digital interaction, which is supposed to increase our connections to others, is actually hindering them. The word “friend” has taken on […]