The Game Of Life And Relationships

Do you like chess? Surely, some of you do, while others of you . . . well, not-so-much. Perhaps you prefer checkers, scrabble, trivial pursuit, monopoly, or nertz. Regardless of your preferred game, life is like playing a board game Read More …

Four Successful Generations – Scripture Dissection

Generations is not only the title of a Star Trek movie. It’s also an important dynamic for every individual. Whether or not you are a Star Trek fan, you must agree there is something important about generations that take over a family, country, business, royal line, or franchise. The generations can be blood relatives or simply new replacements. Regardless, generations can either be good or bad in motive and conduct. Today’s content focuses on four good generations with one exception. It’s fascinating. Read More …

Your Incredible Design

Look around! Everything has some kind of design and order. Calendars, language, nature, science, and medicine. Then consider fabrics, computers, business, and farming. Design includes appearance, function, and natural / man-made capacity. The world – in fact, the entire universe – overflows with amazing design. Incidentally, you are no exception. Life is more meaningful, pleasant, and manageable when you embrace your incredible design.

Let’s explore how to do that. Read More …

Double Portion – Scripture Dissection

If ever there was an Old Testament story that beautifully exemplifies the Spirit of Jesus, this is it! Not only does it show a man’s healthy choices and conduct. It also portrays the very spirit of Jesus Christ in a person who lived long before Jesus came to earth as the God-man. And further, this story is a strong statement – you and I can ask for a double portion of the nature and character of Christ if we fully surrender to God.

I’m sure you’ll find this story interesting and encouraging. Read More …

BOOKS

BOOKS Alive and Active Life publications provide fresh, practical action steps to help you grow closer to Jesus. The materials nurture deeper thought, ask good questions, inspire hope, and help you develop noble character so you are equipped to address Read More …

BOOKSTORE

BOOKSTORE Alive and Active Life publications provide fresh, practical action steps to help you grow closer to Jesus. The materials nurture deeper thought, ask good questions, inspire hope, and help you develop noble character so you are equipped to address Read More …

When You Need Something Sharp

Some days you need a newspaper. Other days, you need money from your bank. Still other days, you need a prescription for illness. More than not, you need your phone – or some other form of technology. Then there’s the day you need a good friend to talk to. But more often than you might expect, are days when you need something sharp – like a sword! For protection, accuracy, carving away, cutting a path, and making a point.

As we explore this content, I hope to provide a word picture you can take forward into daily challenges. Let’s face it. In today’s world, you need a practical tool that’s reliable, effective, safe, and strong. And it needs to be applicable and versatile with current life issues. So – you need something sharp. Read More …

When The Coffee Isn’t Good

I had a coffee nook  some years ago. I LOVED IT! My favorite place to visit first thing in the morning was this little spot in my kitchen. Half awake with blurry eyes and a groggy brain, my slippers dragged me toward the coffee nook. And much as I’d like, my French Press didn’t make coffee on its own. So, in a drowsy state, I found it’s best to wake up a bit before making coffee. All it takes is one miscalculation to ruin the coffee. Too much. Too little. Knocking it over. Forgetting cream or sugar. That’s when the coffee isn’t good.

But there are more times the coffee isn’t good – in your daily life – even if you don’t like coffee! Read More …

More e-Pistles For an iGeneration: Relevant in a Digital Age (eBook)

Life has changed through technology and the internet. People form global friendships, businesses, and communities. The i-generation has accomplished what was thought impossible. Yet, people are empty, searching, hoping. Even Christians struggle. Is this true for you? Some original ideas have been forgotten. This sequel book helps you re-discover “more.” Your life e-pistle matters. God loves you.

Please note: This is an EPUB formatted eBook that is viewable on most e-readers.  This title is also available in paperback format. Read More …

True Story of Faith

  Today’s content is an inspiring, modern-day testimony of ordinary folks like you and me. It shows that responses to disappointments and unknowns in life can be a true story of faith. While struggling to find good answers, hoping for Read More …