Unanswerable Questions

Unanswerable Questions

There are certain questions that leave us worse off, no matter how they are answered. Suppose we were asked, “Yes or no — have you stopped poisoning puppies?” To answer “Yes” suggests we were once puppy-poisoners. The other choice is to admit we still are. But what if...

Step by Step He Leads Me

Our twenty-three hour, almost 6,000 mile journey to Poland began with scattered steps  — a delayed plane in Fresno, causing us to miss our flight in San Francisco, rushing to another airline, learning that there had been a mistake and there are no seats...
The Adventure Begins

The Adventure Begins

Jim and Karon’s Big Adventure at the European Leadership Forum in Wisla, Poland (May 23-June 1, 2013) Atheism is the fastest growing religion in Europe. Yet, God is raising up His remnant and a mighty army of truly born-again leaders who have refused to settle for...
A Lesson from the Tabernacle

A Lesson from the Tabernacle

On the plane hom Frankly, being a history lover, I have a ready answer to those who complain about all those “lengthy genealogies.” Each of those names represents people. But why should I, ill-equipped to build anything substantial, care that these Old Testament...

Family! Soldier! Citizen!

Yesterday, I did an interview at a Christian radio station here in Timisoara, Romania. The interviewer was intrigued with the fact that I am related to the family of Al Capone. I was initially disturbed that this was to be the focus and quickly turned the attention to...
What’s In Your Lunch Bag Today?

What’s In Your Lunch Bag Today?

One of the highlights of this trip to Romania has been the privilege of getting to know Pastor Emanuel Tundrea and his wife Nadia, as well as their three precious sons, Nathan, Titus and Nahum. They face the same challenges we face, requiring the same supernatural...
Grumble! Grumble! Grumble!

Grumble! Grumble! Grumble!

“We want more food.” And God gave them manna in the morning.  “We want more more meat.” And God gave them quail at night. “We want more fresh water.” And God gave them fresh water. It seems hard to understand how the people of...

It Is A Winnable War

Excerpt from “The Purity War: A Biblical Guide to Living in an Immoral World” by Dr. James M. Cecy —  During the Vietnam War, I served on board the USS Kitty Hawk, an aircraft carrier. Even though our ship was highly recognized for its effectiveness in the war...

Safeguarding My Travel Time

Excerpted from “The Purity War: A Biblical Guide to Living in an Immoral World” by Dr. James M. Cecy — The following is a list of suggestions gathered from those who spend much of their time traveling. They recognize the key dangers to their moral safety while...