Passing Inspection

MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 2013 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad. —2 Corinthians 5:10 If…

The lesson of the tortoise

I am sure that many, if not all of you, have read the children’s book The Tortoise and The Hare. If you have not read the book, it is the story of a rabbit challenging a tortoise to a race. Well, we…

Teens and credit cards

While many parents might think that getting their teens credit cards is a great idea, extreme caution should be used. If all you want to do is start building your teen’s FICO score, then add him/her to your credit cards.…

When Crisis Comes

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2013 Have you been hit with an unexpected crisis? Are you wondering what to do? When Mary and Martha’s brother, Lazarus, was sick they sent word to Jesus saying “The one you love is sick” (John 11:3…

Did your summer vacation follow you home?

Well, summer is almost over and the children are getting ready for school. During the summer, you might have taken a vacation to Disneyland or somewhere other than home to relax and de-stress. If so, you are among the many…

Save, Then Invest

Let me tell you why you should save and then invest. Saving and investing are not quite the same. Yes, you do put money away and earn interest or dividends. However, when you save money, you want to be able…

The Ultimate Awards Ceremony

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013 “And behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work.” —Revelation 22:12 The Oscars are awards presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts…

Best-Dressed

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013 “Let us be glad and rejoice, and let us give honor to him. For the time has come for the wedding feast of the Lamb, and his bride has prepared herself. She has been given the…

Music to Our Ears

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 2013 He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus! —Revelation 22:20–21 The Bible refers to the second coming of Christ many times, from Genesis to Revelation. It…