He sits there—tears streaming from his dark gray eyes, like a stream falling over a rough, jagged boulder. You sit at his side, arm around his shaking shoulders. The news had hit him hard—his mother had cancer for several months, … Continue reading Christ-Centered Counseling
America is a land of racial conflict. The smoldering feelings of resentment and anger occasionally burst into flaming confrontations like those that devastated Baltimore and Ferguson, and continue to flare up across the nation. All people groups insist that they … Continue reading A Christian Perspective on Racism
Magic potion? The year was 1527 and there was a strange story being spread in Austria. There was supposedly a magic potion that people drank, causing them to change drastically. A person became serious minded, stopped what he or she … Continue reading The Secret of The Strength
The Movement Begins “Notice concerning baptism. Baptism shall be given to all those who have been taught repentance and the amendment of life and [who] believe truly that their sins are taken away through Christ, and to all those who … Continue reading Baptism
Anabaptist culture Each year, four million tourists visit Holmes County, Ohio to observe the unique people known as Amish. As a Mennonite and one who lives in the area, I see it all firsthand. It seems that anything and everything … Continue reading Worth Dying For
Why Pursue Holiness? Dream smoothies How would you describe your dream smoothie? I imagine plump red strawberries, fresh homemade yogurt, a generous swirl of chocolate syrup, whole milk, and plenty of ice cubes. I see the blender chopping, crushing, and … Continue reading Pursuing Holiness
