People often ask me why I am involved in activist issues as a Christian. I tell people, “For the Bible tells me so.” Here are some of my favorite verses for your reflection for this Sunday: He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act…

MSNBC reported American home foreclosures accounted for 28 percent of all home sales in 2011, a share nearly six times higher than what it would be in a healthy housing market. Yes, this is depressing news. Some would even call it a depression. But foreclosure is not always inevitable. We sometimes see family, friends, and…

There’s a reason I sponsor a child through Compassion International--Compassion changes lives. Richmond is one of them. His story is shared in short below, but you have to view the video to watch him share the story himself. If you think sending money each month to release someone in poverty doesn’t work, Richmond’s experience will…

Today is my birthday. While parties are not the same as when I was a kid (Though my kids have thrown me a Star Wars party in the past!), there is something special about the encouragement of birthday cards, calls, and even little “Happy Birthday!” notes on Facebook. Encouragement is powerful. As people of faith,…

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