Standing Strong Against Opposition | Acts 27:25

“So take courage! For I believe God. It will be just as he said.” (Acts 27:25 NLT)   Many Christians are tempted to believe the lie that when we’re in the will of God, everything will be smooth sailing. But often just the opposite is true. Doors slam in our faces. Obstacles appear in our paths. S…

Adding to the Fellowship | Acts 2:44–47

“And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity…

The Secret of Success | Ecclesiastes 12:13

“That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty.” (Ecclesiastes 12:13 NLT)   It is my belief that one of the reasons for the great success of the United States of America over our 250-year history can be found in our origins, t…

Bringing Good from Bad | 2 Corinthians 4:17

“For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever!” (2 Corinthians 4:17 NLT)   When adversity rears its head, the first reaction of many believers is to pray it away—to ask God to spare us from it or, bar…

Intervention | Psalm 85:6–7

“Won’t you revive us again, so your people can rejoice in you? Show us your unfailing love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation.” (Psalm 85:6–7 NLT)   July 2026 is an ideal time for reflection, for looking back at the 250-year history of our nation, and for celebrating God’s work in bringing us t…

United We Stand | Matthew 18:19–20

“I also tell you this: If two of you agree here on earth concerning anything you ask, my Father in heaven will do it for you. For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” (Matthew 18:19–20 NLT)   During World War II, a group of pilots known as the Flying Tigers …

The Cornerstone of Liberty | Deuteronomy 7:9–11

“Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands. But he does not hesitate to punish and destroy those who reject him. Therefore, you mus…

Don’t Forget | Psalm 33:12

“What joy for the nation whose God is the Lord, whose people he has chosen as his inheritance.” (Psalm 33:12 NLT)   A few decades ago, the 75th anniversary issue of Forbes magazine featured a theme that still resonates today: “Why do we feel so bad when we have it so good?” The magazine noted tha…

When the Godly Are in Authority | Proverbs 29:2

“When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice. But when the wicked are in power, they groan.” (Proverbs 29:2 NLT)   I’ve had opportunities to interact with leaders at the highest levels of the United States government, including former Vice President Mike Pence and former Secretary of Stat…

The Legacies of Two Georges | Acts 3:19–20

“Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord, and he will again send you Jesus, your appointed Messiah.” (Acts 3:19–20 NLT)   The strong faith of two men named George played a key role in shaping t…