Step into any church on any given Sunday and undoubtedly you will hear an arrangement of music and song as an integral part of the worship service. It may differ from church to church, with some churches exclusively singing out Hymnals, or perhaps the church is more modern with a full band performing the latest hits that can be heard on the contemporary Christian music scene. Regardless of the form, mode or genre, song is an indelible facet of church life. Historically, song

In the Scriptures there is one poignant question that has been jumping out at me lately and it is found in James 4:14 where it says “What is your life?” It seems rather a difficult question to answer due to its scope. Added to the complexity, is this question is deeply personal and the answer would vary from person to person depending on their background, present situation and circumstance. But really, have you considered lately what is your life? I suppose the reason why t

As I sit reflecting about my mission to New Orleans, I am still feeling the effects of the movement of God during that extraordinary week. Last week Mardi Gras was in full swing and it was incredible to witness the power of God in the midst of what many would consider absolute chaos. Thousands of people were confronted with the glorious gospel, and I was personally blessed to offer Christ to a great many people. However, sometimes the greatest work doesn’t necessarily happen

Everyone has had some experience with death, whether it is the loss of a spouse, family member, or friend, death impacts people profoundly. There are not many certainties in this life, but one thing is for sure, that every single individual is going to face death. Death has a 1:1 ratio, meaning that death is inescapable. Because death is so certain, the question is not how do we prevent death ultimately, but how do we deal with death, when it comes knocking on our door? In my

How many of us have tossed and turned in our beds, trying to go to sleep, and yet sleep would not come because we are anxious about a particular situation that was happening? It is apparent that as the days go on, that more and more people are struggling with worry. Whether it is finances, health or even family, it seems that there is always something to worry about. Even the absolute zaniness of the upcoming presidential election, has caused many people to fret. I have a Bib