January 19, 2026
David Faust recalls his relay leg in Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon and the lessons it taught him about endurance, teamwork, and finishing well. The Christian life, like a marathon, calls for perseverance with eyes fixed on Jesus.
January 12, 2026
David Faust urges churches to live their mission statements and core values—not just display them. Grounded in faith, hope, and love (1 Corinthians 13:13) and Israel’s daily manna, he calls for fresh, daily obedience.
January 6, 2026
Someday we will lay down our WOMBATs and our treasured accomplishments. What will matter most then? Clinging to Christ and the cross.
December 30, 2025
For the Christian, a new year means another growth step to take, another goal to set, and more fruit to bear in God’s kingdom.
December 22, 2025
Jesus came to save us from sin and fulfill messianic prophecies. He is the Christ of the cross who arose as King of kings. Don't miss the wonders of his love.
December 15, 2025
During this Christmas season, let’s bow in self-abandoned surrender and confess that every honor, accomplishment, and triumph we possess comes from the Lord, who alone deserves the glory.
December 8, 2025
Our gracious Father will never forget us, but he is willing to forgive us. That's something I hope we never forget.
December 2, 2025
Be assured of this: Even if old age or dementia steals away your ability to remember, the Lord will never forget you.
November 24, 2025
We can’t literally count all our blessings, for there are too many to list. But with childlike awe, why not give it a try?
November 17, 2025
This is the last in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Laodicea.
November 10, 2025
This is the sixth in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Philadelphia.
November 4, 2025
This is the fifth in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Sardis.
October 27, 2025
This is the fourth in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Thyatira.
October 20, 2025
This is the third in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Pergamum.
October 13, 2025
This is the second in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week’s church is Smyrna.
October 6, 2025
This is the first in a series of weekly articles based on Christ’s letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This week's church is Ephesus.
September 29, 2025
Limitations are part of life. We should recognize our limitations, viewing our abilities and gifts “with sober judgment” (Romans 12:3).
September 22, 2025
Coroners sometimes perform a post-mortem to determine the cause of death. It might be wise to conduct our own “pre-mortems” to make sure death doesn’t catch us unprepared. Only Christ Jesus can keep us secure when we arrive at life’s final deadline.
September 16, 2025
I’m learning not to underestimate people, problems, or God’s power. Lest I forget these lessons, there’s a pile of hickory nuts in the woods that helps me remember.
September 8, 2025
Phony faith hasn’t gone away. Two problems still plaguing us today can be summed up in the words presenteeism and apatheism.
April 7, 2026
John B. Penrose Jr
April 7, 2026
David Faust
March 27, 2026
Rick Cherok