Proper 20 (A): To Die Is Gain

A famous evangelist once said there was a topic he could address on any occasion with any group without fear of contradiction-the universal nature of death. Perhaps babies should come with a warning label, "Birth will be hazardous to your life." There is a one-to-one correspondence between birth and death: All who are born will die.

Proper 19 (A): When Christians Differ

As a student at a small non-denominational Bible college, I recall a rather animated debate between two classmates on the issue of a Christian shopping at a grocery store that sold beer. One colleague argued that to frequent such an establishment was an implicit endorsement of the sale and consumption of beer. Indeed, it might be an occasion to cause a weaker brother to stumble. The other argued that it was impossible to find a store that didn't sell something objectionable. Besides, even good things can be used for evil purposes.

The Unpaid Debt

Romans 13:8-14 The old adage says, "If your output exceeds your income, your upkeep will be your downfall." Stress is the leading cause of health problems. And stress about making, managing, using and abusing money abounds. Money problems are frequently cited as...

To Die Is Gain

Philippians 1: 20-30 A famous evangelist once said that there was a topic he could address on any occasion with any group without fear of contradiction - the universal nature of death. Perhaps babies should come with a warning label, "birth will be hazardous to your life." There is a one to one correspondence between...

When Christians Differ

Romans 14:1-12 As a student at a small non-denominational Bible college I recall a rather animated debate between two classmates on the issue of a Christian shopping at a grocery store that sold beer. One colleague argued that to frequent such an establishment was an implicit endorsement of the sale and consumption of...