A Rock in my Pocket
By R. J. Gunter
I carry a small rock in my pocket, everywhere I go. It’s not a gemstone, a fossil, or precious metal, such as gold or silver. It’s just a common polished rock that has little to no monetary value. It is not a good luck charm or anything to do with superstition.
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The Christian Response to a Panhandler
By Richard Wines
A man approached as I walked to my car from a restaurant. “Sir, Can I ask you a question?” Thin and middle-aged, he wore a polo shirt and cargo shorts.
I stopped.
“My family and I were traveling back from relatives and our car broke down. We’re stuck in this hotel over here.” The man pointed to a hotel down the block. “And we don’t have enough cash to get a room. I hate to ask, but do you have a couple of dollars?” He had the delivery of a used car salesman.
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Apron Strings
By Bob Kaku
I have often heard that the first year of marriage is difficult—ours was no exception. Adjustments in living habits, meeting each other’s needs and expectations, and family obligations were just a few of the challenges.
Shortly after our first anniversary, Gail and I attended a business fellowship banquet. During the prayer time, a soft voice echoed inside me. Which way is it—your way or Mine?
My concentration was shattered. I somehow knew that the Lord was speaking to me about my marriage and lack of honesty.
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Christian Music That Rocks
By Richard Wines
When I mention the words “Christian rock,” the first response I get from most people is, “Is Stryper still around?” The prevailing opinion is that Christian rock is a lame, tired, and outdated copy of better secular bands that gets rolled out for youth groups to keep wayward preachers sons from listening to music from Pantera and Iron Maiden. If this is your opinion, I have good news—things have changed.
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A Better Way
By Bob Kaku
Changing motor oil has never been a problem for me—or so I thought.
When my wife’s new Acura Integra needed an oil change, I threw on some old clothes and grabbed my toolbox. I eased the car out of the garage and took it for a spin around the neighborhood to warm the engine. After returning, I parked the car in front of our house. I jacked it up and placed the jack stands under its frame and crawled underneath.
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