Monthly Archives: November 2015

Legalism is a term that is tossed around in Christian circles.  When I got serious about having a personal relationship with God, I began to hear about it and I began to practice it. What is it?  Dr. Willard says … Continue reading →

Have you ever had a conversation with an agnostic?  How about an atheist?  Maybe you have talked to a “former” Christian who has turned into a full-time doubter. One of the things you may encounter with these people is the … Continue reading →

As we consider our conversational relationship with God, you may be asking yourself “What can I do to make this happen?”  “What is the magical formula for that special me to God connection?” Have you ever known someone who wanted … Continue reading →

Dr. Willard’s book is a work of great insight and I learn so much from reading it. I think his explanation of God’s transfer of power is excellent. Being a student of human communication, I know that man’s use of … Continue reading →

The centurion in Jesus’ day was a man of great power. According to the Liberty University Online Website, this person was referred to as  “captain of 100” soldiers in a legion. The centurion was loyal and courageous, beginning as a … Continue reading →

Dr. Willard says the following about words: “Seeing clearly the power of words at the merely human level may help us to understand the power of the creative word of God in His kingdom.” What will words do for humans? … Continue reading →

Dr. Willard speaks of God’s creativity. One need not look any further than Genesis to see God being creative. But the big debate always has been, how did he do it? Scientists have tried to come up with a practical … Continue reading →

When I used to teach classes on words, I would ask students to close their eyes. Then I would say the word “chair”.  Then I would ask them to open their eyes and ask them to describe their chair. Some … Continue reading →

If you are lucky enough, you know one. The person who has great faith. The person who perseveres in spite of great difficulty.  The person of strength.  The person who does not struggle with their faith; they have great ease. … Continue reading →

I have written about this before but it was in another book. Earlier in the year, I blogged on the perfect type of communication between people who really care for each other, people who love each other. The best way … Continue reading →