“Count it all a joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” - James 1:2-4 Imagine losing your spouse and two sons a decade apart. This is what Naomi faced in the book of Ruth. Naomi and Ruth’s experience is a moving story of tragedy and triumph. It also reveals what faithfulness can produce desp

“Daddy, why do you always carry a gun?” asks four-year-old Natalie. “Because I’m a gun-toting preacher,” Rick replies. “You see—I know the bible, but I also know how to operate a semi-automatic.” Her tiny forehead begins to wrinkle as she considers his response. “I don't like guns. They kill people,” says Natalie, shifting her head from left to right. “Well, honey, I carry it to protect our family. There is also a thing called the Second Amendment.” Repeating the same head mo