The Parable of the Prodigal Son – A Children’s Telling
Author’s note: The Prodigal Son is one of my favorite parables (Luke 15:11-32). I wrote this children’s version to communicate its powerful message in an understandable (kid-friendly) way. Opening scene with the Thompson’s doing family worship together. Mr. Thompson: Kids, have you ever lost something you really loved? Do you remember how happy you were when you found it? Ben: Ya, when I found my … Continue reading The Parable of the Prodigal Son – A Children’s Telling
Profiles in Leadership
You are a leader. You might not think of yourself that way, but you are. If you are a parent, you exercise leadership in the home. At your workplace you influence your coworkers. And at church, you exert influence on fellow believers. Even if you are younger, you have influence on your peers, and maybe even those much older than you. We must be good … Continue reading Profiles in Leadership
Pressing on Toward the Goal
Remember the days when everything seemed good? Maybe for you that was the 1970’s or the 1980’s. You recall those days with nostalgia and wish to relive them. It’s human nature to view the past through rose-colored glasses. But if we examined those days more in-depth, we’d still find evil. Crime and wars were prevalent around the world and sin still flourished. It is critically … Continue reading Pressing on Toward the Goal
Shepherd the Flock 