by Edward Thal | Feb 17, 2026 | Social
It is not unusual to hear that another “Christian” rock band leader has rejected Christ. Falling away from faith in Jesus Christ is a tragedy that must be lamented whenever it occurs, but in an era of mega churches and fluffy sermonettes and frothy “music”...
by Edward Thal | Jan 20, 2026 | Social
We still live in the shadow of 911. That shocking day in September 2001 confronted America with a challenge to examine who we are and what we believe in the face of a powerful ideological force that seeks to destroy us. 25 years later our response to the challenge...
by Woody Preston | Jan 6, 2026 | Spiritual
Much of the earthly ministry of Jesus was centered around the Sea of Galilee. At least two incidents record Jesus and his disciples caught in great storms while sailing across it. The most famous of the two stories is told in Matthew 14 where Peter walks on water...
by Edward Thal | Dec 30, 2025 | Spiritual
The end of the Christmas season and a looming new year is traditionally a time for assessment and contemplation—How did we do? How can we shape what lies ahead? As 2025 closes let’s pause to consider an event a long time ago that made possible the hope of...
by Edward Thal | Dec 23, 2025 | Social
The word merry as in “Merry Christmas” means pleasing or agreeable. It conveys notions of joy and delight. “Happy holidays” just doesn’t do it. I thought about that when I recently added a smile to a cheerful “Merry Christmas” greeting as I made a...
by Edward Thal | Dec 16, 2025 | Spiritual
No, this article is not about baptism—but the reference does provide a useful illustration for the difference between a lukewarm commitment that produces nothing of lasting value, and the achievements possible in a wholehearted commitment to any purpose. This is...
