To drink or not to drink? That is the question.

By Craig DeLuz

One of the most controversial and misunderstood issues in the church is whether or not it is a sin to drink alcohol.

Here we review what the Bible says about the consumption of alcohol and how you can decide whether or not it's ok for you.

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Are You Walking Funny?

By Craig DeLuz

"If you are going to talk the talk, you should walk the walk."

How often do we question those who's deeds are inconsistent with the values they proclaim to hold? Here we will help you answer this key question, "Are you walking funny?

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Faith

By Russell Doolittle

In our world today, we live in a society that is so focused on the Material, how much we make, what we have or not, and who or what we know. There are some of us, however, who look at what we are. We base our relevance and importance on how we live our lives. God has given us all the ability to choose. You can choose what is important to you.

I found religion as a very young man, but went away from it as I entered my teens. God never left me, I left him. About ten years ago, I realized that I wanted to live a life that I could be proud of who I was, and that my family would be proud of who I was. I took that step, and at the end of this time, I realized that I truly had a revelation. God had lead me to this step, and I was open to His word. I spent day and night living the life. All that I have said until this point brings me to this step.

We can choose to live our lives according to what the Bible says, and look at ourselves and our fellow man how God does, as good men and women, with love in our hearts, or we can choose to look at only the material. Ladies and Gentlemen, when I made the choice to follow Jesus’ example, and live my life the way that he did, all the hate that had been a part of who I was disappeared.

I am not perfect, but I can honestly say that I do love my fellow man, and judge them according to how I wish to be judged, by what we do in our daily lives. One does not have to do what I did, but I do believe that in loving your fellow man, you will become fishers of men, and bring His word to all mankind, loving all who you come across.

I happen to be Christian, but this is not a push for a particular religion, but more a push to faith. God loves all his children, and we can too. So, I ask that you judge your men and women by what is inside of them, not by what they do for a living, or how much money they make. In the long run, we will all be better for it.

How to Grow the Word in Your Child

By Marie Stroughter

You shall teach them diligently to your sons and shall talk of them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up.

 (Deuteronomy 6:7)

Our statewide ad council sponsors Public Service Announcements on TV all the time encouraging everyone to get their five servings of fruits and vegetables daily. However, our children need spiritual food also! Here are some ways to get more Bible into your children this summer:

Summer Reading Programs: Many Christian book stores sponsor summer reading programs for children. Some have strict guidelines as to what will count for their particular program. Some I have seen state that the book has to be of a spiritual or character-building nature.

Bible Bowls: Many congregations host fun-filled Bible Bowls. A Bible Bowl is a contest where questions are asked on a particular theme announced in advance (think spelling bee). The children study the books of the Bible pertaining the theme and answer questions based upon it. They often break the Bowl up into various age groups and modify the questions to match the abilities of the children in those groupings.

Youth Forums & “Lock-ins:” Many congregations have a weekend lectureship series and overnight “lock-ins” for youth. Bonding with children the same age can help children form solid spiritual friendships. At the point where children become more and more independent, friends have far more influence than parents do. When that happens, you want friends around your child that will help them spiritually, not hinder them. You can “stack the odds” in their favor by providing opportunities for them to meet like-minded children of faith.

Bible Camp: There are camps based on various abilities (sports, cheerleading, etc.), academic subjects (Math, Space, etc), and health conditions (epilepsy, diabetes, etc.). This goes for religion as well. Sleep-away camp is a staple of childhood for many kids. There are arts and crafts, nightly skits and devotionals, and recreational activities each day. Check with your local congregation to see what camps are available. Many are sponsored by colleges as a recruitment tool and are low-cost, or may be free to members of the congregation. Check with your particular congregation.

Vacation Bible School: Any kid who grew up in a church-going family will have fond memories of VBS! Similar to a day-camp, children come daily to a themed classroom and learn facts about the Bible and Bible characters, or a particular virtue or characteristic. There are snacks and crafts, and tons of fun for all!

Trying some or all of these ideas will help your children gain additional Bible knowledge, and they will have so much fun and create lasting memories and pleasant associations in doing so!

Man Enough To Stand Alone

ByCraig DeLuz

It's easy to do the popular thing. It's not always so easy to do the right ting. And it really becomes a challenge when the right ting and the popular thing are not the same thing.

When confronted with situations like this are you man enough to stand alone?

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Integrity: What is your word worth?

By Craig DeLuz

There was once a time when a man's word was his bond; when business deals needed only be consummated with a handshake. While integrity like this may no longer be the norm, it is still valued...Greatly!!!

So, are you a man of integrity? What is your word worth?

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How Failure Can Make You a Winner

By Craig DeLuz

One of the big differences between being a winner and a loser is how one looks a things. In this lesson we will learn how winners look at and use failures to become successful.

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Willing and Able: Success Through Faith

By Craig DeLuz

The key to success is understanding that if we are willing, God is able. In this lesson we will discuss how our will to succeed can impact our ability succeed.

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