The most amazing thing about the Bible is that familiar scriptures can sometimes yield new meanings each time we read them. Let’s consider the story of the Dead Girl featured in Mark 5:22-43 NIV. It tells how Jarius, a synagogue ruler, fell at the feet of Jesus and pleaded for His help because his little Continue Reading
Growing up, one of my favorite TV shows was, “I Dream of Jeannie.” The sitcom’s storyline was of a 2,000-year-old genie who was later discovered by a good-natured astronaut. In return for freeing her from captivity, the genie pledges her undying devotion to her new master. Every episode showed how the genie could only come Continue Reading
In this modern era, we have been conditioned to believe that convenience is always good. And, it is in many incidences. Sure, it’s great to swing by our favorite restaurant and pick up dinner when we don’t feel like cooking. In addition, I must admit being able to drive my dirty car through the Car Continue Reading