Remember WWJD? A few years back “What Would Jesus Do?” become a pop culture phrase beyond Christian circles. I recall seeing plastic bracelets with the acronym on it when Lance…
Published April 23rd, 2009 by wpengine
The Bible and the Green Movement Although “going green” and the green movement have political origins that can be traced back to the 1970s, proponents of the movement today are…
Published April 23rd, 2009 by Peter Elliott
Here’s a little experiment for today: Close your eyes — after you finish reading this blog — and think about the fondest memories of your childhood. What comes to mind?…
Read More Creating a Storehouse of Childhood Memories, Family Traditions
Published April 23rd, 2009 by Peter Elliott
Tonight the Christian alumni of American Idol will have their say before the biggest night of the year for Christian music. The Gospel Music Channel is broadcasting “From Idol to…
Read More Christian ’Idol’ Alums to Be Profiled Before Dove Awards
Published April 22nd, 2009 by Peter Elliott
Tithing is a biblical imperative which is preached upon frequently. Giving 10 percent of your income – whether based on your net or your gross – is a stretch for…
Published April 21st, 2009 by Peter Elliott
We are all like lobsters in the tank of a restaurant. No one wants to be the next to visit the boiling pot, yet it’s inevitable. We all take our…
Read More Music To Die For: What Would You Have Played at Your Funeral?
Published April 21st, 2009 by Peter Elliott
We reported extensively about the weight loss efforts at Christ Temple church in Huntington, W.Va., after that city had been tabbed as the unhealthiest in the United States by the…
Published April 21st, 2009 by Peter Elliott
In the months following the attacks, church attendance generally rose as a community sought comfort. In the decade since the shooting, some of the community’s wounds have healed; others have…
Read More Spiritual Wounds from Columbine Still Healing 10 Years Later
Published April 20th, 2009 by Peter Elliott
Monday marked the 10th anniversary of the killings at Columbine High School in Colorado. I happen to be reading an excellent book on the subject, Columbine. The author is Dave…
Published April 20th, 2009 by wpengine
Susan Boyle became an overnight celebrity last week as ten of millions viewed a YouTube clip of her performance from the British talent show “Britain’s Got Talent.” Before she stepped…
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