Throughout history, humanity has experienced a series of profound paradigm shifts, each reshaping how we understand and interact with the world. From the dawn of oral traditions to the advent of written language, the invention of the printing press, and the rise of digital technologies, each shift has marked a pivotal moment in the way... Continue Reading →
The Gideons of Boone were in need of assistance once again for men to man the booth at the Boone County Fair from July 17-20. They requested help with distributing Gideon New Testaments featuring Psalms and Proverbs. I jumped at the chance to step in and take on the challenge on the 18th and 19th.... Continue Reading →
Imagine you're out there sharing the gospel at an event like Tulip Time or the Creation Booth, and suddenly a teenager strolls up, eyes wide with curiosity. You excitedly hand him a gospel tract and ask, "So, who is Jesus to you?" He looks back at you, completely bewildered, and replies, "Who is Jesus? Is... Continue Reading →
PrayerMate.net Keeping up with prayer requests from people can be a difficult challenge for some of us. Life is busy enough, but for those who are in ministry and are involved in so many lives, organizing our prayer requests can be daunting. We have different groups: whether they be family, friends, unbelievers or church members;... Continue Reading →
I have to admit, even as I am typing this out, I'm still a little shaken up, but warmer anyway. I can still smell the alcohol from his breath in my nostrils, even penetrating my clothes. My chest feels tight. But even as I'm trying to process what happened, I wonder if I could have... Continue Reading →
Starting a conversation in the natural to work into the spiritual can be difficult, especially when we don't know what to say. In the article series: Talking to Strangers, we've discussed how to get into conversation with just about anyone using several tactics such as: F.O.R.M. (Family, Occupation, Recreation, and Motivation) and bringing up things... Continue Reading →
"...that you may learn by us not to go beyond what is written, that none of you may be puffed up in favor of one against another." (1 Corinthians 4:6, ESV) When it comes to engaging with unbelievers on the street or discussing matters with our brothers and sisters in the church, it’s reckless to... Continue Reading →
Over a week ago, a Christian brother in the Lord whom I served with in Manti, Utah during Manti Mormon Miracle Pageant---where we 100 Christians shared the true Jesus Christ to 60,000 - 80,000 Mormons within two weeks---shared the following alternative perspective on the 2024 Presidential Election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, which I... Continue Reading →
In today's world, we increasingly find ourselves attributing human qualities to inanimate objects and animals, while simultaneously stripping away the humanity of actual people. Whether it's assigning emotions and motivations to household gadgets, or elevating pets to the status of family members, society seems to blur the lines between what is truly human and what... Continue Reading →
In a world often marked by self-interest, selfishness, and division, the timeless tale of the Good Samaritan offers a beacon of hope in humanity. It transcends religious boundaries, resonating deeply with values of compassion, empathy, and self-sacrifice. It challenges us to look past societal prejudices, and extend a helping hand to those in need, regardless... Continue Reading →
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