Your Words Are Powerful; Use Them to Build Up

The adage, “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me,” is false. Words can hurt. “The pen is mightier than the sword,” by contrast, is true. Words are mighty and powerful. Words, spoken and written, have a unique power,...

What Role Do Churches Have in Shaping Public Policy?

There’s been a lot of talk recently about the role of the church in the public square, particularly with respect to the Johnson Amendment. This legislation prohibits churches (as 501(c)(3) organizations) from publicly endorsing or specifically campaigning...

When You See God’s Creative Grandeur on Display

Glacier National Park is one of my favorite places on earth. I’ve never been anywhere where God’s majesty is so clearly on display. And there’s one spot in the park that stands out in my mind – Apgar Lookout. It’s a strenuous hike to get...

Game Show Reflects Society’s Worship of Money

NBC’s new game show “The Wall” is troubling. I’ve only seen one episode, but from the very beginning there was something off-putting about the show. I have to admit, though, that it hooked me. I watched until the end, I couldn’t look...