Rankin Wilbourne. Union with Christ: The Way to Know and Enjoy God. Colorado Springs: David C. Cook, 2016. 370 pp. $19.99, hardcover What does the phrase “union with Christ” mean to you? For many of us, the phrase may not be something completely new, but these are not words that we have spent much time […]
The tree planted by the river’s side is mentioned several times in the Bible (Psalm 1:3; Jer. 17:8). It isn’t a specific kind of tree that is mentioned, but its location is important. In this passage, the tree is planted. Someone moved the tree to this spot so that it could have water and grow. […]
Dear Younger Self, As you grow older and face the many trials and temptations of this world, remember this little poem I’ve written for you, and always put God first in your life. The Promise The clock ticks down, the time is near When our risen Savior shall appear Beware, sweet daughter, watch out, […]
Hi, Mindy. This may creep you out, but this letter is from you. I mean me. You, only older….or is it me, only younger? What I really mean is that you’re going to be a high school senior this year, but eventually you will grow up to be me, the 41-year-old version of Mindy. Don’t […]
Philip II of Spain decided to crush the rebellion in the Netherlands. He sent the Duke of Alba, a man known for his hatred of the Protestant Reformation, to the Netherlands. The Duke of Alba formed the Council of Troubles, also called the Council of Blood, to persecute the Calvinist Dutch. This council oversaw large […]
Have you ever thought, “If I only knew then, what I know now?” Or, “If I had a chance to go back and talk to my younger self, I would have done quite a few things differently!” It is impossible not to look back on our lives and have regret and sorrow for our behavior […]
June 8 – July 7 (30 days); due April 20: Jun 8—What’s Your Motive? Read Proverbs 21 Proverbs 21:1 teaches that the hearts of the rulers of this world are under the sovereign control of our God. What comfort! Not only are the hearts of kings open to him, however: “Every way of a […]
I still remember it like it was yesterday. My grandfather had passed away after a long struggle with dementia and after one of the visitations, I brought my grandmother home. During that car ride, she said with an unwavering voice about the man to whom she had been married for the majority of her existence, […]
The smartphone is an amazing device. Its sleek, glassy screen enables us to connect with friends, watch TV, search the web, process email, take photographs, read books, play games, and even do our devotions. What’s not to love about that? The answer may surprise you. It’s a lot, actually. There is evidence that our digital […]
Dear Young Believers, We were asked by a member of the Beacon Lights staff to write an article giving advice to young believers who are in their 16 to 22 year old time of life. My wife and I have chosen to do this in the light of the knowledge we have gained and the […]