Perspectives
The Messianic Significance and Relevance of Hanukah
Have you ever wondered what Hanukah is about? Why do Jews light this menorah for 8 days? For many non Jews, their only exposure to Hanukah is from Saturday Nite Live’s Adam Sandler who composed a clever song that humorously points out the positive aspects of this Jewish celebration. Sandler says that he wrote the song for all the Jewish kids who may feel a bit left out when they see their gentile friends getting Christmas gifts.
Wait for the Lord
Jeff Balsom, elder in the Chicago Church of Christ, was recently diagnosed with stage IV cancer. He is currently waiting to have a brain tumor and lung tumor removed. Jeff shares his thoughts on an inspiring blog. This messasge touches everyone who has or is waiting on the Lord.
Pepperdine Journal Focuses on the International Churches of Christ
The director of the Pepperdine University Bible Lectures asked Douglas Jacoby and me to speak at the lectures in May 2009. Following that, I received word from Dr. John Wilson and Dr. Stuart Love that they would like to do an entire issue of Leaven, the Pepperdine religion department’s quarterly journal, on the International Churches of Christ.
A Religious Man for President
The 20th President of the United States was a baptized disciple in the Restoration Movement. The official publication for the Christian Churches published an article about the life and brief presidency of James A. Garfield written by Jerry Rushford, professor of church history at Pepperdine University, Malibu, California.
Top 10 Signs of Emotional Wellness
Do you – or the people you love – struggle with worry, anxiety, fear, bitter resentment, discouragement, or depression? Do you wish you understood the Bible’s plan for meeting mental health as well as spiritual needs? Do you wonder how to define “normal”, let alone what it means to really flourish or experience the fulfillment Jesus spoke of in John 10:10? Do you recognize the signs that suggest it’s time to recommend professional mental health treatment?
The Calling-Driven Life
Several years ago, a book of similar title swept the nation and propelled a California pastor into the limelight. Among other things, the book confronted the amazing fact that in modern America, we are a land full of opportunity, but lacking fulfillment
Natural Disasters
God's intent was for Adam and Eve to live in the Garden of Eden. When they sinned, they had to leave and live in a fallen world with disease and disaster. We should never rejoice at either one, but we should also not be surprised. How do we deal with disaster? Martin Bentley offers some brief thoughts on our response.
Jesus - As Relevant As Ever
Editor's Note: Be inspired by this tribute to Jesus and links to songs by Christian Ray Flores.
If you haven't yet, you need to meet Jesus. He is indisputably the most famous person in history. Even those who don’t believe in him are recognizing the importance of his existence by simply writing the date on an email.
Thoughts on Christmas - Unity, Love & Glory to God
“GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST, AND ON EARTH
PEACE TO ALL MEN ON WHOM HIS FAVOR RESTS” Luke 2:14 This is an incredible time of year not just for the fun and excitement of the holidays and the time with family and friends but because it is the time when the whole world turns its focus to the coming of Jesus into this world and what it means for each and every person.
