Pondering Jesus

The Outcast’s Child

Everybody’s heard about Abraham! He may have waited through 11 chapters in scripture and the first 75 years of his life to be mentioned, but once Abram (as he was originally named) entered the stage, his story was told, his fame spread, and to this day, he is still known for his amazing faith. And…

November 12, 2025

Two Prodigal Hearts

When I was young, we could go to Knott’s Berry Farm and watch melodramas set in old western days. The shows were especially fun because we were encouraged to participate with applause and cheers when the “hero” or heroin entered or left the stage. But when the villain came and went, loud, long “boos” resounded.…

November 5, 2025

Gerrymandering Scripture

Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 The other day, I heard a Christian leader quote that verse and then say, “If you can rightly divide the word of truth, then you can wrongly divide it…

October 29, 2025