In the first of this three-part series, I expressed concern about the spiritual defection of many youths who grew up in the church. Christian parents and grandparents grieve over children who no longer share their Biblical values. They are not only troubled about their child’s salvation, but the opposing worldviews...

Recently, I have encountered many Godly parents who are heartbroken that their children have shunned Christianity. Although these prodigal kids were raised in Christian homes and attended church regularly, their upbringing was not perfect — no home is. Yet they had many spiritual advantages: their parents set a positive example, they were taught...

Ben Merold died last week. He was 96 years old. Despite his age, he was physically active and mentally alert until the past few months. Learning of Ben’s passing was a sad day for me but a glad day in heaven. For many years, Ben shared teaching responsibilities with me at...

Throughout the year, I conduct mentoring retreats for pastors called, A Time of Refreshing. It is intended to be three days of spiritual R & R for the small group of approximately eight pastors who attend each retreat. My hope is they leave reenergized and encouraged to remain faithful to...

. “My God would never send anyone to hell.” “My God is bigger than all religions.” “My God is neither Muslim, Jewish, Hindu, or Christian. He is a God for all people.” Many people think God is whatever they imagine Him to be. Yet when you see God as something...