Gandalf the Grey once observed, “There are other forces at work in this world, Frodo, besides the will of evil….And that’s an encouraging thought.” Christians’ attitudes about…… Read more “Signs of the Times”
Author: Sam Stephens
In God’s Presence
About 3,400 years ago, a man named Moses climbed a mountain to talk to God on behalf of a very large group of refugees. God, who had…… Read more “In God’s Presence”
When God Learned
Some of the most startling statements in the Bible appear with little fanfare or in-depth treatment. Sometimes we don’t even notice how puzzling they are upon a…… Read more “When God Learned”
The Anger of Man
As the Sweet Psalmist of Israel once observed, heathen gonna rage (Psalm 2, paraphrased). If you study any history, you’ll recognize that the story of mankind has…… Read more “The Anger of Man”
Eulogy for Sarah
Sarah died in Hebron. In Genesis 23, we’re told that after she died, “Abraham came to mourn.” Where did he come from? He likely came from the…… Read more “Eulogy for Sarah”
Otherworldly
What if you knew, actually for-certain knew, that fire could not harm you? Perhaps you could still feel the heat. It would still be blinding, suffocating, and…… Read more “Otherworldly”
Argument
Once upon a time, or so legend says, a great thinker and writer named Augustine was walking along a seashore, thinking about God. Ever since he had…… Read more “Argument”
Empty the Ocean 