By Jeff Larson, The Back Pew “Were you aware that the Bible uses the imagery of a race, which was a common event in the ancient Olympic Games, to illustrate the Christian life and the pursuit of spiritual goals? This comparison highlights the discipline, effort, and focus required to achieve spiritual maturity and eternal rewards. […]
Christian Life
Beyond the Bracket: Spiritual Insights from March Madness
By Adam Dooley Christian Action League March 22, 2023 They don’t call it March Madness for nothing. While everyone has differing opinions, to me, no sporting event rivals a field of 68 teams fighting through a seeded bracket hoping to experience their one shining moment. Legends of bluebloods and dreams of Cinderella captivate our imaginations […]
Stay in the Light
By Jeff Larson, The Back Pew “Staying in the light of God is not just a religious duty; it’s a source of guidance, strength, and spiritual growth. In the light of God, we find truth, purpose, and the path to righteousness. It’s where we discover God’s love, grace, and forgiveness, and it’s through our faith […]
Against the Tide
By Dave Eden, Eden Political Cartoons “The true Christian is an unforgettable character who, day after day, is becoming more and more like the most unforgettable person the world has ever known. I speak, of course, of Jesus Christ. The Christian life is not a matter of ‘dos’ or observing a longer list of ‘don’ts.’ […]
The Christian Life: Easy or Hard?
By Dave Eden, Eden Political Cartoons “Sometimes, when attempting to win a lost soul to Christ, the individual says, ‘I hesitate to give my life to the Lord because I’m afraid I won’t keep living it. I’m too sinful and weak. I can’t live it.’ The fact is, no one can live the Christian life […]
Chanel De-Dump
By Jeff Larson, The Back Pew “God’s economy requires constant diligence from his followers. If our life’s work for Christ’s sake is always to impact others positively, then we must be careful, lest a ‘little folly’ torpedoes what we’ve done. Once I knew a mighty man of God who had a stellar resume of church […]
‘The Christian Religion is Too Restrictive’
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League February 26, 2021 There are few charges more often leveled against the Christian religion than those that claim it’s too restrictive. It stifles passions that are innate and can be harmful to suppress, say its critics. Nothing could be further from the truth. The opposite is the case. […]
America and ‘The Door of Humility’
“It is supremely fitting that every man should approach the infant Jesus upon his knees.” By Rev. Mark H. Creech Christian Action League of North Carolina In Bethlehem, the Church of the Nativity originally built by the Christian Emperor Constantine during the fourth century is located above a cave that legend holds is the place […]