By Michael J. Brooks It was a disturbing call I received several years ago. His mother phoned to say Gary was in jail. Gary had grown up in our church and joined the U.S. Army. On a weekend... Read more
By Carey Kinsolving and Friends “We can learn from John the Baptist to tell people who Jesus really is,” says Danae, 10. “John had many followers himself, but he didn’t try to compete with J... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks Rick Stanley died in January at age 65. His life changed dramatically in 1960 when his mother married the widowed Vernon Presley. Rick and his two brothers became step-b... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks One of the most interesting questions in the Bible is one the Hebrews asked of the ancient prophet Isaiah about 500 years before Christ. They returned to their dismal ho... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks Conference leaders brought CDs, books and curriculum materials for the “free” table at our denominational retreat center last month. A lady whom I’d not met and I found... Read more
By Carey Kinsolving and Friends “John the Baptist called Jesus the Lamb of God because Jesus is too holy and wonderful for him to even untie his shoes,” says Mitchell, 8. Before John t... Read more
By Tyler Warner On April 4, 1841, William Henry Harrison became the first U.S. President to die in office, a mere 31 days after his inauguration. He was succeeded by Vice President John Tyle... Read more
By Michael J. Brooks The Samaritans were the “untouchables” of the first century. They shared Jewish ancestry, but their lineage was changed through intermarriage with Canaanites and pagans.... Read more
By Carey Kinsvolving and Friends “John the Baptist said he was a crying voice because he was a Baptist,” says Kaylin, 11. I wonder if Kaylin’s assertion should be considered for a vote... Read more
By Mike Ennis, Faith Community Fellowship – Springville Campus There is hope in every situation. Life events can be devastating and we can end up living realities we never imagined. I... Read more