Psalm 126 helps us to deal with the disappointment of partially answered prayer, a challenge that we rarely discuss but regularly confront. It does so by combining the seemingly contradictory actions of thanksgiving, lamentation … Psalm 126 and Partially Answered PrayerRead more
Author: Bill Isley
Courageous vs. Desperate Housewives
For Christmas our sons gave us the DVD of the first season of Desperate Housewives (or was it just for my wife?). Last week my wife and I went to see the movie Courageous, … Courageous vs. Desperate HousewivesRead more
The Challenge of December 31st
Even though I am happily married to a wonderful British West Indian, we still experience cross-cultural differences. Obviously July 4th, when we Americans celebrate our independence from the tyrant King George III, is a … The Challenge of December 31stRead more
The Power of Faith
I ministered for over a decade in a Christian subculture which emphasized that the greatest faith was the one that could work miracles here and now. Although I do not want to deny the … The Power of FaithRead more
Capitalism vs. Christianity?
I once read an article in a traditional conservative magazine that argued that in the long run capitalism was more damaging to Christianity and the family than communism. After Black Friday, I’m inclined to … Capitalism vs. Christianity?Read more