Actually, one of the foundations of our non-violent faith is the understanding that the Bible’s often “violent” language is not to be applied literally but spiritually. That’s why Christians around the world are almost always the persecuted rather than the persecutors, and it is only when Christians [...]

The book of Judges opens with the recounting of Israel’s campaign to conquer the territories allotted them by the LORD, capturing the cities and dispossessing the inhabitants of the land. However, despite initial success in the united victories of Judah and Simeon, and from the house of Joseph, Israel failed to complete what they had [...]

Here we are at the end of another year - 2008, and facing a new year - 2009. I like this time, as it provides me with a great opportunity to thank God for what He has done, evaluate it and anticipate the new season of opportunity. In light of this, I am sensing God challenging me on a few issues as a leader in His Church. In 2008, I have sensed an incredible battle in the heavenlies regarding the Church. I am not one for speculative spiritual warfare type talk. (The Western [...]