Principles for Christian Politics
In America, the political season never ebbs entirely. But we are about to enter the part of the cycle where the tide comes in strong, so...
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Fresh devotionals are being published weekly. The posts include articles written by Pastor Johnson, NorthStone members, and other ministry contributors. Strength for Life hopes these brief articles strengthen you.
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Aug 22, 2023
Blue Collar Christianity
If you have been to a summer camp or a revival service, you are probably familiar with the appeal to young people to commit to full-time...
Jul 18, 2023
The Pressure to Conform
If American culture continues along the path of exchanging the truth of God for lies, believers will encounter more people who reject...
Jun 27, 2023
3 Reasons Not to Celebrate Pride Month
The book of 1 Corinthians is well-known as a rebuke letter. It is strong, confrontational, and direct. However, though it is lesser known...
May 30, 2023
God and Country
I love our country, but I don’t trust many of its current leaders. My gratitude for this country is rooted in its biblical foundation,...
May 16, 2023
God's Dress Standards
The weather is getting warmer, which means it’s the time of year when people wear fewer and fewer clothes in public. This gradual...
May 9, 2023
Toxic Femininity
It’s true that men can behave in sinful, toxic ways. I addressed Toxic Masculinity in a recent video here. But just like there is a...
Feb 21, 2023
The Marvel of Creation
Just about 1,600 light years, or 9.4 million billion miles from earth, is Gaia BH1, the nearest detected black hole to earth. Though this...
Nov 22, 2022
Six Reasons I'm Thankful for the USA
In spite of the moral degradation of the USA, which is obviously very concerning, I still feel very blessed to be an American. Especially...
Nov 15, 2022
True Experience
Not long ago I watched a debate between a philosophy professor and a woman who had been converted to Christ in adulthood. Both the...
Nov 1, 2022
Cast Your Vote
Dear American Christian, Be sure to get out and vote by next Tuesday. Did you know that approximately 90 million Americans identify...
Oct 18, 2022
Carry On
Proverbs 18:10 says, "The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe." Sometimes living in this world...
Aug 23, 2022
People of Conviction
Introduction: Everyone wants to be a person of consequence or significance. We all have an innate desire to make a difference in the...
Jul 12, 2022
God & Guns
According to the Congressional Research Service, there are more than three hundred million guns in America. Religious groups such as the...
Apr 26, 2022
The Church's Impact On A Community
The church has had a significant impact in the United States of America since our country’s inception. Unfortunately, that impact (or...
Jan 25, 2022
LIFE's Theme Song
According to the internet, a theme song is “a musical composition that is often written specifically for radio programs, TV shows, video...
Jan 18, 2022
This Is NOT Allowed
In this article, we will bring ourselves under the authority of Romans 1:18-32. Notice vs 18, “For the wrath of God is revealed from...
Jan 4, 2022
God's Good News for Homosexuals
On June 27, 2013, the cover of USA TODAY featured a startling photo of 2 middle-aged men kissing. This picture was published along with...
Nov 24, 2021
Celebrating Thanksgiving Like An Atheist?
What are your plans for this Thanksgiving Day? Many Americans will enjoy the day of leisure by sleeping in, and then possibly watching...
Nov 9, 2021
Can A Biblical Christian Be A Democrat?
Can a person be a Biblical Christian and vote for a mainline democrat? Can a Biblical Christian espouse the ideologies of today's...
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