A Christmas catalogue featured three snow men holding candles of joy, love and hope. Three of the four traditional themes of Advent. What was missing? Peace. How appropriate. Peace is often missing from our lives. In Philippians 4 Paul writes … Continue reading →

Revelation seven teaches that during a time of judgment called the “Great Tribulation,” many people, starting with the Jews and spreading throughout the world, will see God and believe in Him. If God is God, He has the right to … Continue reading →

When I worked in HR, employees facing discipline would ask, “What gives you the right to judge me?” We would explain that they gave us the right, when they agreed to work for us! Revelation 5 explains why Jesus has … Continue reading →

Most kids are worried when they hear, “Heaven will be one long worship service!” In Revelation 4, we view a heavenly worship service. Through colorful symbols we see God is beautiful, faithful, humble, just and sovereign. Before God’s throne is … Continue reading →

The Christians in Laodicea had become like the lukewarm, dirty water imported from neighboring cities. Hot water is relaxing. Cold water is refreshing. Tepid is terrible. What happened? Because of their great wealth they felt self-sufficient. They could purchase nice … Continue reading →

Rewards shape values and motivate behavior. Our kids are rewarded for doing well in sports, music, school and even, sometimes, at church! Jesus goes out of his way to reward Christians in the ancient city of Philadelphia. What were they … Continue reading →

Zombies are very popular today! They are alive, but not really; just like the church in Sardis, “You have a name that you are alive, but you are dead.” Why did they lose their spiritual vitality? It could be a … Continue reading →