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God's Birds-Eye View of Life by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 19, 2024)
A view of Luzern Switzerland from the top of the medieval fortress inspired this poem…
Topics: Christian Life Faith God Travel


A Prayer for My City by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 12, 2024)
An antique print of Jesus overlooking Jerusalem inspired Greg to write this poem…
Topics: Faith History Jesus Prayer


Average Joe Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   October 8, 2024)
Supreme Court, praying football coach backstory…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Courage Faith Football (American) Legal Movies Prayer Sports


Wait-Listed by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 28, 2024)
Learning to wait is one of life's biggest challenges…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Christian Life Discipline Faith Wisdom


The Race Marked Out for Us by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 7, 2024)
The New Testament writers often referenced the ancient Olympic Games…
Topics: Faith History Metaphors, Life Lessons Sports


Waiting for God by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 24, 2024)
Thoughts on prayer and a life of contemplation…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Faith God Prayer


Praying for Peace by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 29, 2024)
Inspiration from calligraphy by Timothy Botts…
Topics: Faith History Prayer


My Gazing Place by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 27, 2024)
Thoughts inspired by a view from Luzern, Switzerland from a watchtower on a medieval wall…
Topics: Faith History Travel


An Invitation to Number Our Days by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 20, 2024)
Another birthday sparks a flood of memories, including a picture of my mom holding a card with one of her favorite birthday sayings…
Topics: Faith Family Memories Optimal Aging Relationships


Recalling a Somber Anniversary by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 13, 2024)
An antique book of the hymn played as the Titanic was sinking…
Topics: Disaster Faith Grace History Music


An Easter Godwink in SwitzerlandAn Easter Godwink by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 6, 2024)
Reflections on a call to serve the International Church of Lucerne…
Topics: Easter Faith Holidays Inspiration Opportunity Service Travel


WWJE: Who Would Jesus Elect? by James N. Watkins


(My World   April 5, 2024)
Jesus’ five criteria for his followers—applicable to candidates for office…
Topics: Civility Faith Government Jesus Politics Voting & Elections


A Prayer for My Fire Department by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 16, 2024)
The prayer I gave at our fire department’s awards dinner…
Topics: Faith Prayer Risk Safety


Giants in the Land by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 17, 2024)
A Lenten reflection on the temptations we face in the wilderness of life…
Topics: Easter Faith Holidays


Saints Alive! by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 1, 2023)
An All-Saints Day poem…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Faith History Inspiration


An E-Mail from Heaven by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 30, 2023)
What's in the subject box of emails from Heaven?…
Topics: Contentment, Satsifaction Faith Grace Gratitute Prayer Religion


Showing Appreciation for Pastors by James N. Watkins


(Faith   September 30, 2023)
Top ten ways to show your appreciation, from someone who has been in ministry for decades…
Topics: Communication Faith Gratitute


An Invitation to Dance by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 16, 2023)
Ballroom dancing is a picture of God's grace…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Faith Grace


'Peace, Be Still' by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 9, 2023)
A poignant photo of a solitary sailboat on Puget Sound…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Comfort & Consolation Contentment, Satsifaction Faith


Top Ten Bible Verses Donald Trump (and Other Contenders) May Want to Read by James N. Watkins


(My World   August 18, 2023)
What Jim said in 2016 is worth another look as the first debates for primary elections in 2024 will begin soon…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Faith Government News Politics Voting & Elections


A Photgrpahic Memory with Spiritual Implications by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 12, 2023)
Thoughts evoked by a photo of Lincoln's Rock in Washington State…
Topics: Faith Memories Travel


An Invitation to a Homecoming by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 26, 2023)
Greg reflects on his connection with Bill and Gloria Gaither and their music…
Topics: Faith Grace Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Music


Let's Hear it for LOVE! by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 10, 2023)
This week’s post is a chapter from Greg’s book Sheltering in Grace…
Topics: Beauty Beliefs Faith God Love Nature


A Crown Awaits by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 6, 2023)
King Charles' coronation calls attention to the crown that awaits all Christians…
Topics: Faith History Hopes & Dreams News


Mirror Christianty by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 15, 2023)
Aslan the lion is the Christ-like figure in the Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Attitudes Bible Books Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons


Grazeland or Graceland by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 5, 2023)
Exploring the world of grace during Holy Week…
Topics: Easter Faith Grace Holidays Metaphors, Life Lessons


Palm Sunday Reflections by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 2, 2023)
The Palm Sunday display on the poet's fireplace mantel invites childlike curiosity…
Topics: Easter Faith Holidays Jesus


When God Speaks by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 1, 2023)
Listening for Aslan in everyday life…
Topics: Books Faith Learning Metaphors, Life Lessons


Thanks to Lutherans I Skipped Ballet by Garrison Keillor


(My World   March 16, 2023)
The question I ask myself is, 'Do people of color really and truly wish to enlist in this army?'' It isn't just a religious faith, it's a culture…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Attitudes Beliefs Faith Lifestyle, General Religion


A Time for Jesus by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 4, 2023)
The June 21, 1971 cover of Time Magazine chronicled the Jesus Revolution taking place then…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Faith History Jesus Metaphors, Life Lessons Movies Religion Social Movements Trends


The Winds of Wilmore by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 20, 2023)
The recent revival at Asbury University is drawing international attention…
Topics: Faith News Prayer Relationships Religion


Jesus Revolution Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   February 18, 2023)
'60s turmoil, radical respones…
Topics: Arts & Entertainment Faith History Jesus Media Movies Religion Social Movements Spirituality, Seeking God


Reflections on Groundhog Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 2, 2023)
A day in honor of rodents offers spiritual lessons…
Topics: Faith Holidays Metaphors, Life Lessons


A New Thanksgiving Hymn by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 19, 2022)
The lyrics of this new hymn invite grateful worshipers to lift their hands in praise…
Topics: Faith God Gratitute Holidays Holiday Season Music Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving Worship


A Prayer for All-Saints Sunday by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 5, 2022)
This week we remember those who passed away this past year…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Inspiration Memories Prayer Tribute, Testimony


Remembering a Pioneer of Peace by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 29, 2022)
A tribute to Father William Treacy…
Topics: Beliefs Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Character, Integrity Christian Life Faith Inspiration Optimal Aging Tribute, Testimony


Memories of My First Pastor by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 22, 2022)
October is Clergy Appreciation Month…
Topics: Beliefs Faith Memory (failing, improving) Prayer Relationships Religion


Skookum, Santa, and the Searching Eyes of God by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 24, 2022)
An iconic sign in my hometown calls to mind more than childhood memories…
Topics: Faith God Memories Seasons


Summer Sundays by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 11, 2022)
Summer getaways allow for creative Sunday worship experiences…
Topics: Faith Family Leisure Lifestyle, General Seasons Worship


The Ultimate Godwink! by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 17, 2022)
Easter is the Godwink of all Godwinks!…
Topics: Easter Faith Holidays Inspiration Jesus


It is a God Friday by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 15, 2022)
Reflections of Good Friday…
Topics: Easter Faith God Grace Jesus Religion


The Master's Palm Sunday by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 10, 2022)
The Amen Corner at Augusta National Golf Course—when the Master's falls on Palm Sunday…
Topics: Easter Faith Golf Holidays Metaphors, Life Lessons Religion Sports


Faith Invites Us on a Journey by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 12, 2022)
New Lenten lyrics to an old familiar hymn tune…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Easter Faith God Holidays Music


Waiting to Worship by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 5, 2022)
What does God have for me today?…
Topics: Christian Life Faith God Worship


Sitting by a Cozy Fireplace by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 5, 2022)
There is just something about a blazing fire that warms the soul…
Topics: Comfort & Consolation Contemplation, Insight Contentment, Satsifaction Faith God


Please Breathe On Me by George Garrison


(My World   February 3, 2022)
As we long for a COVID-free future, recall a scene from Chronicles of Narnia in which Aslan infuses young Susan with much needed courage…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Coping Courage COVID-19 Current Events, News Faith God Hopes & Dreams


'The Chosen' Jesus TV Series by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   January 14, 2022)
Why is it so popular?…
Topics: Faith Jesus Media Television


The Year of the Lion by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   January 8, 2022)
Listening for Aslan in everyday life…
Topics: Faith Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Metaphors, Life Lessons


Finding God in 'It's a Wondferul Life' by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   December 21, 2021)
You don't have to look far to find Him…
Topics: Christmas Contemplation, Insight Faith God Holidays Holiday Season Inspiration Media Movies


A Lesson in Trust by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 20, 2021)
The Gospel according to a hummingbird…
Topics: Contentment, Satsifaction Faith God Trust


Grace and Faith by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 6, 2021)
A parable of two sisters…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Grace History Religion Spirituality, Seeking God


The Season of Harvest by Leona Bergstrom


(My World   October 8, 2021)
Lessons of life and faith from my Grandma…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Faith Family Learning Memories Seasons


On Each Continent We Worship by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 2, 2021)
A new hymn for World Communion Sunday…
Topics: Faith Religion Unity, Unified Worship


Tending the Family Tree by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 25, 2021)
A grandparent's charge…
Topics: Communication Faith Family Hopes & Dreams Optimal Aging Parenting, Parents Prayer Relationships Teaching


The Cross is Our Ground Zero by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 18, 2021)
Why the cross is the crux of the Christian faith…
Topics: Beliefs Christian Life Faith God Gratitute Religion


But Wait! There's More!! by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 7, 2021)
Ron Popeil's death prompts thoughts of eternal life…
Topics: Faith Grace Lifestyle, General Religion Spirituality, Seeking God


Will You Get a Do-Over? by James N. Watkins


(My World   August 6, 2021)
One slip and an Olympic athlete can be out of the competition. Is that how life treats you?
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Current Events, News Faith News Sports Writing


Christmas in July—and All Year Round by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(My World   July 10, 2021)
The power of perspective, looking at present-day circumstances through the lens of a promised future. Lessons from filming It's a Wonderful Life in the heat of a California summer…
Topics: Character, Integrity Faith Future History Inspiration Media Movies


Nomadland is Not New by Richard Bergstrom


(Arts & Entertainment   May 21, 2021)
It's in the Bible…
Topics: Bible Faith History Lifestyle, General Movies Relationships


A Library of Devotional Classics by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 10, 2021)
Cataloging the timeless volumes we cherish…
Topics: Books Christian Life Contemplation, Insight Faith Inspiration Leisure Spirituality, Seeking God


Easter is Breaking by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 3, 2021)
A new hymn text for Resurrection Sunday…
Topics: Easter Faith Grace Holidays Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Jesus Music Spirituality, Seeking God


Unmasking Our Hope this Easter by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Faith   April 2, 2021)
. . . after a year of despair, grief…
Topics: Christian Life COVID-19 Easter Faith Holidays Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Jesus Spirituality, Seeking God


Mark Burnett's Resurrection Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 26, 2021)
Compelling drama, inspiring story…
Topics: Character, Integrity Easter Faith Inspiration Jesus Media Movies Racism and Inequality


Growing My Faith in the Face of Death by Timothy Keller / The Atlantic


(Health & Wellness   March 25, 2021)
I spent a lifetime counseling others before my diagnosis. Will I be able to take my own advice?…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Christian Life Coping Dying and Death Discipline Disease Faith Fears, Concerns Learning


How You Say It is More Important Than What You Say by Bill Nichols


(Faith   February 26, 2021)
Don't throw away good 'food'…
Topics: Christian Life Communication Faith Language, Meaning Relationships


Forty Days of Hope and Humor by James N. Watkins


(My World   February 17, 2021)
Lent and Easter devotionals, humor, more…
Topics: Christian Life Easter Faith Holidays Humor Jesus


Ministry Reimagined by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 13, 2021)
How the church will look post-COVID…
Topics: Faith Hopes & Dreams Planning Religion Worship


Thirst-Quenching Heavenly Reign by George Garrison


(My World   January 22, 2021)
A pastor reflects on the contrast between earthly government and the promise of the heavenly reign to come…
Topics: Beliefs Current Events, News Faith God Government Hopes & Dreams Politics Racism and Inequality Voting & Elections


A COVID Prayer by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   January 16, 2021)
Asking the Lord to lift the coronavirus cloud…
Topics: COVID-19 Faith Family Hopes & Dreams Prayer


The Mystery of the Manger by George Garrison


(My World   December 25, 2020)
A pastor's thoughts on Christmas in the middle of a pandemic…
Topics: Christmas COVID-19 Current Events, News Faith Holidays Holiday Season Jesus Worship


Nine Months by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   December 5, 2020)
What the season of COVID has birthed within us…
Topics: Christian Life COVID-19 Crisis Faith History Inspiration


Thankful for What Hasn't Changed by George Garrison


(My World   November 26, 2020)
Being thankful in all circumstances…
Topics: Beliefs Contemplation, Insight Contentment, Satsifaction Faith Holidays Holiday Season Inspiration Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving


Looking Up in a Lockdown by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 21, 2020)
Prescription for a pandemic…
Topics: Comfort & Consolation Coping COVID-19 Current Events, News Faith


A COVID Hymn for Churches by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 19, 2020)
God's promises in the midst of pandemic…
Topics: Circumstances, Life Events Coping COVID-19 Current Events, News Faith Grace Racism and Inequality Relationships Worship


Un-Taming the Tension by George Garrison


(My World   September 3, 2020)
Some tension can and should be held without causing major dissension…
Topics: Civility Communication COVID-19 Current Events, News Faith Racism and Inequality Relationships


Why? Why? Why? by James N. Watkins


(Faith   August 15, 2020)
Facing the pandemic's toll of doubt…
Topics: Christian Life Circumstances, Life Events Coping COVID-19 Faith Loss & Grieving


Here is the Church by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 25, 2020)
A new look at a childhood finger play…
Topics: Change Christian Life Coping COVID-19 Faith Jesus Relationships


Like a Mighty Wind, God's Spirit by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 30, 2020)
A new hymn for Pentecost Sunday…
Topics: Beliefs Faith God Religion


Winds of Love and Hate by James N. Watkins


(Faith   May 29, 2020)
Point-counterpoint on Pentecost Sunday and the role of Christians in today's divided world…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Character, Integrity Christian Life Faith Jesus Love Religion Social Issues


Two Gifts Nobody Wants by Bill Nichols


(My World   April 25, 2020)
Who wants pain and fear? Yet, we need them…
Topics: Coping COVID-19 Crisis Faith Fears, Concerns News


Gone Missing? by Rusty Wright


(Faith   April 24, 2020)
God and coronavirus…
Topics: COVID-19 Crisis Current Events, News Disease Faith God Relationships


Perplexed . . . but not Despairing by George Garrison


(My World   April 17, 2020)
In the midst of our puzzling reality, there is hope…
Topics: Bible Coping COVID-19 Crisis Current Events, News Faith Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Stress Values Wellness Wisdom


Easter Morning 2020 by James N. Watkins


(Faith   April 12, 2020)
It's Sunday, amd Jesus is still coming!…
Topics: COVID-19 Crisis Disease Easter Faith Inspiration Jesus Religion


When God Draws Near by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 11, 2020)
Discovering a cure to the ultimate universal pandemic…
Topics: Beliefs COVID-19 Crisis Easter Faith Fears, Concerns Hopes & Dreams


Dawn of a New Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(My World   April 10, 2020)
Offering hope and possibilities…
Topics: COVID-19 Dying and Death Easter Faith Hopes & Dreams Inspiration


A Holy Week to Remember by James N. Watkins


(My World   April 4, 2020)
Celebrating life in Christ in deadly crisis…
Topics: COVID-19 Crisis Current Events, News Easter Faith News Religion


Finding Hope in the Midst of Fear submitted by Stu Johnson


(Faith   March 20, 2020)
A perspective for the global COVD-19 pandemic
Topics: Bible COVID-19 Crisis Faith Fears, Concerns News Wellness


I Still Believe Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 6, 2020)
True love, rough roads…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Christian Life Coping Faith Love Media Movies Music Relationships


Feeling inadequate, unequipped, in the dark? by James N. Watkins


(Faith   February 1, 2020)
What we can learn from a man named Gideon…
Topics: Bible Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Circumstances, Life Events Faith


Oh, the Places You'll Go by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   January 18, 2020)
How Dr. Seuss would paraphrase Philippians 4…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Choices and Decision Making Circumstances, Life Events Faith


The Tale of the Flameless Taper by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 1, 2019)
An All-Saints Day reminder…
Topics: Christian Life Dying and Death Faith Future Halloween Holidays Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Memories


By George, Would Jesus? by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 12, 2019)
How would the rabbi from Nazareth relate to Ellen DeGeneres?…
Topics: Comfort & Consolation Communication Faith Jesus Relationships


Can We Really Do 'Everything'? by James N. Watkins


(Faith   September 7, 2019)
Understanding the biblical claim…
Topics: Bible Christian Life Faith Hopes & Dreams


Dark Night of the Soul by James N. Watkins


(My World   February 23, 2019)
Comfort from the Psalms when you feel abandoned by God…
Topics: Bible Comfort & Consolation Coping Depresson Faith God Loneliness Loss & Grieving Trouble Trust


Run the Race Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   February 18, 2019)
Dreams, despair, romance, redemption…
Topics: Faith Football (American) Grace Hopes & Dreams Inspiration Movies Relationships Sports


How to Walk on Water by James N. Watkins


(My World   February 2, 2019)
It's not limited to winter…
Topics: Christian Life Circumstances, Life Events Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons Nature Weather


Joyful and Triumphant by Stu Johnson


(Faith   January 8, 2019)
Looking for Jesus between Christmas and Easter…
Topics: Bible Christmas Easter Faith Holidays Holiday Season Jesus


Have a God-Directed New Year by James N. Watkins


(My World   January 5, 2019)
Fill your new year with hope and humor…
Topics: Advice, Guidance & Mentoring Faith Future Grace Holidays Holiday Season Hopes & Dreams New Year's Predictions & Forecasts


My Life as a Human Tetherball by James N. Watkins


(My World   November 14, 2018)
Finding safety and security even when life knocks you around…
Topics: Character, Integrity Circumstances, Life Events Faith God Hopes & Dreams Risk Safety


So What Does an 'Open and Affirming' Church Mean? by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 2, 2018)
It depends on how you define the terms…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Religion Values


The Bible Says by Stu Johnson


(Faith   May 23, 2018)
Has the way we value and trust the Bible changed with all the translations available today?…
Topics: Bible Change Choices and Decision Making Faith Religion Trends


Gluttony by Stu Johnson


(Faith   May 17, 2018)
It's not just about easting…
Topics: Character, Integrity Choices and Decision Making Christian Life Faith Lifestyle, General Needy People Relationships


A National Day of Prayer by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 3, 2018)
Is it really what we claim?…
Topics: Faith Prayer Unity, Unified


Here at the Cross by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 30, 2018)
A new hymn text for Good Friday…
Topics: Easter Faith Holidays Jesus Religion


A Prayer for the Washington State Legislature by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 3, 2018)
Remembering Billy Graham's example…
Topics: Faith Government Prayer Tribute, Testimony


Samson Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   February 11, 2018)
Chosen, Betrayed, Redeemed…
Topics: Bible Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Character, Integrity Drama Faith Movies


Bloom Where You're Planted by Stu Johnson


(Faith   February 6, 2018)
Letting God work in us through the circumstances of life…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Christian Life Faith God Hopes & Dreams Optimal Aging Planning Prayer Relationships Religion


A Hymn for the American Church by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   January 28, 2018)
An ode to joy for less than joyful times…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Faith God Inspiration Prayer


What Next? by Stu Johnson


(Faith   January 17, 2018)
What happens when we die?…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Dying and Death Faith Future God Religion


Banning King David? by James N. Watkins


(My World   January 17, 2018)
In the present climate, could this actually happen?…
Topics: Bible Character, Integrity Discipline Faith Relationships Scandal Social Issues


Joseph, Did You Know? by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Faith   December 24, 2017)
Posing questions to the earthly father of Jesus…
Topics: Beliefs Christmas Faith Holidays Holiday Season Jesus


Baby Maggie Needed to Breathe by Bill Nichols


(Faith   December 15, 2017)
The meaning of that first cry…
Topics: Change Christian Life Faith Jesus Metaphors, Life Lessons


Head in the Clouds by Stu Johnson


(Faith   December 6, 2017)
Are you 'so heavenly minded, you're no earthly good'?…
Topics: Bible Character, Integrity Christian Life Evangelism Faith Relationships Religion


Help, Lord, the World is Upside Down! by Stu Johnson


(My World   November 10, 2017)
Keeping perspective when nothing seems right in the world…
Topics: Bible Coping Crisis Disaster Faith God Loss & Grieving Social Issues Tragedy


An All Saints Day Tribute by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 3, 2017)
Remembering those who left us…
Topics: Faith Family Memories Relationships Religion Tribute, Testimony


A Mighty Fortress was His God by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 29, 2017)
Remembering the legacy of Martin Luther 500 years later…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Faith History Religion


Remembering Mother Teresa by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 10, 2017)
Republishing what I wrote twenty years ago…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Christian Life Compassion Faith History Religion Service Tribute, Testimony Values


Modern Religion by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   July 9, 2017)
Finding God or making God in our image?…
Topics: Change Faith God Religion Science & Technology Technology


Ancient Times by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   July 2, 2017)
Reminders of the roots of modern Christianity…
Topics: Change Faith History Religion


God, Bless America Again by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 4, 2017)
A supplication for the National Day of Prayer
Topics: Faith God Government Hopes & Dreams Memories Prayer


Jonah Movie by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   April 24, 2017)
Whom would you like God to punish?…
Topics: Choices and Decision Making Faith God Movies Religion


The Case for Christ Movie by Rusty Wright


(Faith   April 6, 2017)
An atheist wrestles with the evidence…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Faith Jesus Media Movies Religion


The Lord is My Musher by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 11, 2017)
Lessons of faith from the perspective of a dog sled…
Topics: Christian Life Faith God Metaphors, Life Lessons Sports


The Shack Movie Review by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 3, 2017)
God and your tragedy…
Topics: Dying and Death Faith Family God Grace Media Movies Relationships Tragedy


New Plans by James N. Watkins


(My World   January 1, 2017)
God has a plan for the new year…
Topics: Faith God Holiday Season Hopes & Dreams Planning


God is never late but He sure is slow by James N. Watkins


(Faith   August 15, 2016)
Four reasons to build your patience while awaiting God's response to our prayers…
Topics: Christian Life Coping Faith God


Ben Hur Remake by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   August 15, 2016)
Revenge, reconciliation, redemption, and an inspiring back story…
Topics: Character, Integrity Christian Life Faith Inspiration Movies Popular Culture


How Can You Hang in There? by Bill Nichols


(Health & Wellness   August 15, 2016)
How can you remain faithful and peaceful no matter what?…
Topics: Christian Life Coping Faith Trouble


Christ the Redeemer by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   August 13, 2016)
A means of grace overshadowing Rio…
Topics: Faith Grace Inspiration Jesus Religion


The Gospel According to Eight Ball by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 23, 2016)
The key to life is found in the center of the rack…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Inspiration Jesus Religion


Worth More Than Mona Lisa by Bill Nichols


(Faith   June 10, 2016)
As valuable as The Mona Lisa is, it is just a painting, and your heart is far more valuable…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Inspiration Values


The Singer and the Pastor by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 14, 2016)
A video interview between Bono and Eugene Peterson…
Topics: Beliefs Christian Life Faith Music Popular Culture Religion


Finding an Uncluttered World by Bill Nichols


(My World   May 2, 2016)
It's simple but not easy…
Topics: Coping Faith Lifestyle, General Spirituality, Seeking God


Our Father in Heaven by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 23, 2016)
A poetic (and expanded) paraphrase of the Lord's Prayer…
Topics: Faith Forgive, Forgiveness God Inspiration Prayer


Who is On Your Mean-the-Most List? by Bill Nichols


(Connections   March 26, 2016)
And whose mean-the-most list would you be on?…
Topics: Attitudes Communication Faith Relationships


Don't Miss Your Life-Defining Moments by Bill Nichols


(Faith   March 12, 2016)
He took the shot just in time…
Topics: Faith Opportunity


Miracles from Heaven movie: Astonishing outcomes by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 7, 2016)
The true story this film depicts is astonishing…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Faith Inspiration Jesus Movies


Wish Hard, Dream Big by Bill Nichols


(Faith   March 5, 2016)
Dreams can come true, but don't pray like a narcissistic baby…
Topics: Faith Prayer


What Did He Know and When Did He Know It? by Rusty Wright


(Arts & Entertainment   March 3, 2016)
The Young Messiah movie provides fascinating and touching speculation of how the child Jesus learned who he really was…
Topics: Faith Jesus Movies


Walking on Water by James N. Watkins


(Faith   January 29, 2016)
A lesson for our spiritual winters
Topics: Bible Coping Faith Inspiration


Is Faith and Forgiveness Confusing? by Bill Nichols


(Faith   January 16, 2016)
Like Jonah and the Prodigal Son, Sandy needed to meet the God of second chances…
Topics: Bible Faith Forgive, Forgiveness God


My Favorite Songs of Hope and Humor by James N. Watkins


(Arts & Entertainment   January 12, 2016)
A collection of videos and links to related blog posts…
Topics: Faith Hopes & Dreams Humor Inspiration Media Movies


Faithful GuidesEmbracing the Next Generation by Stu Johnson


(Faith   July 24, 2015)
A challenge from VBS: the need for faithful guides to help the next generation become Christ-followers as adults
Topics: Christian Life Discipleship Faith Teaching


God, Bless America Again by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 7, 2013)
Our beloved nation is in real trouble…
Topics: Ethics & Morality Faith God Religion Trends

A Tribute to America's Pastors by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 14, 2012)
It's Clergy Appreciation Month…
Topics: Faith Leadership Tribute, Testimony

The Ultimate Olympic Champion by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 29, 2012)
Anticipating a closing ceremony to come…
Topics: Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons

Lessons from a Blender Lid by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   January 8, 2012)
How the Lord spoke to me on my morning walk…
Topics: Contemplation, Insight Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons

The Trip of a Lifetime by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 18, 2011)
Reflecting on a friend's impending journey to Heaven…
Topics: Dying and Death Faith

Forget You, Pat Robertson! by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 18, 2011)
Alzheimer's Disease is no reason to forget your wedding vows…
Topics: Disease Ethics & Morality Faith

Death's Comeuppance by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   April 24, 2011)
The day Death was served its just desserts…
Topics: Dying and Death Easter Faith

Heaven's Valentine by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   February 13, 2011)
The heart of God revealed…
Topics: Faith God Love Valentine's Day

Candid Imagination by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   January 16, 2011)
Thinking about possibilities…
Topics: Bible Faith

The Promised Feast by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 28, 2010)
A contemporary look at an ancient prophesy…
Topics: Faith God Opportunity Planning

The Him Behind the Hymn by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 31, 2010)
Remembering Martin Luther on Reformation Day…
Topics: Faith History Music Religion

Facebook: The Original Version by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   September 26, 2010)
The Bible is God's attempt to "friend" us…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Faith

A Capitol Phenomenon by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 25, 2010)
The Covenant Triennial turns heads in D.C.…
Topics: Discipleship Faith Inspiration

Transformed for Service by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 25, 2010)
The "unofficial" Triennial hymn…
Topics: Faith Inspiration Worship

Mi Casa, Su Casa by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 2, 2010)
God meets us where we live…
Topics: Faith Freedom Politics Prayer

Dreams and Visions by Natalie Ray


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 7, 2010)
My poem, “Dreams," was the result of a visit to the doctor’s office…
Topics: Faith Health Care Hopes & Dreams Love Valentine's Day

Oral Interpretation by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   December 20, 2009)
Why a faith-healer's legacy remains debatable…
Topics: Christian Life Faith

Afterlife by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   December 20, 2009)
Many still avoid the subject and hope for the best…
Topics: Christmas Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons

Abba Father, We Adore You by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   June 21, 2009)
In celebration of our ultimate Father's day…
Topics: Faith Family Worship

My Church May Not Be Your Church by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   May 17, 2009)
I recently read that a poll indicated that 44% of adults have changed their religious preferences from their childhood…
Topics: Beliefs Faith Religion Trends

Post Christian Nation by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   April 26, 2009)
Much is being said about Post Christian (or preferably Post Judeo-Christian) Nations…
Topics: Faith Religion Trends

God Remains by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 8, 2009)
An anthem for a fearful nation…
Topics: Crisis Faith Financial Trust

Tough Sledding by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   January 25, 2009)
One snow day, I was sledding on a trail inside the woods.…
Topics: Beliefs Bible Faith Metaphors, Life Lessons

A Ruthless Pursuit of God by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   November 9, 2008)
Billy Graham celebrates his 90th birthday with his bride…
Topics: Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography) Birthdays & Annivesaries Faith Tribute, Testimony

Why I Believe by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   November 2, 2008)
Even as a retired clergyman, I am both perplexed and frustrated when I hear of clerics who have abandoned their faith…
Topics: Beliefs Faith Religion Trends

`E-mail from Heaven by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 13, 2008)
Timeless truths in an instant message…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Grace Jesus

Where in the World is God? by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 4, 2008)
Who really cares about Matt Lauer's whereabouts?…
Topics: Faith God Religion

Declaring Common Trust in God by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   May 4, 2008)
Poetic reflections on the National Day of Prayer…
Topics: Faith Prayer

Why Bother? by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   September 23, 2007)
Church attendance (probably true of many synagogues, temples and mosques as well) is diminishing. Why bother?…
Topics: Faith Trends

Doubts and Doubters by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   July 29, 2007)
Our daily newspaper (not a religious journal) ran an AP headline: "Angry atheist books sell; public angst over faith renewed."…
Topics: Beliefs Faith Religion Trends

A Grave Mistake by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   March 4, 2007)
Unearthing Jesus is a seasonal disorder…
Topics: Current Events, News Faith Jesus

There's Something About Mary by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   December 10, 2006)
The rest of the (Nativity) story…
Topics: Christmas Faith Jesus

Paradise Lost by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   October 15, 2006)
The killing of Amish schoolgirls is evidence of a fallen world…
Topics: Current Events, News Faith Tragedy

Goodness, Gracious, It's St. Tenacious by Greg Asimakoupoulos


(Rhymes & Reasons   July 23, 2006)
Meet the patron saint of all who persevere…
Topics: Christian Life Faith Inspiration

Cramming for Finals by Dan Seagren


(Senior Moments   July 2, 2006)
Having never seen her grandmother reading the Bible before, she was curious. "Whatcha doin', Grannie? Cramming for your finals?"…
Topics: Bible Contemplation, Insight Faith Grandchildren