How we think about God and our world is critical for living in the story He has for us. These articles by Ron Tewson will challenge you to consider and reconsider your understanding of God,  deepen your faith, and build your confidence.

I was at a table with a few Christian guys the other day, and when the topic of engaging with non-Christians about Jesus came up, one of them said, “I never talk with anyone about Jesus: I’m a silent witness.” I’d heard that before, but this time it got me thinking. This idea of being a silent witness has become common among Christians, with the support coming from a statement attributed to St. Francis of Assisi in the 13th century: “Preach the gospel at all times. Use word

The core of every religion is that you “gotta do better” if you want God to like you. While doing better is good, the problem is that it's never good enough. Enter Jesus.

Many of our nation's values are deeply rooted in Christianity and the teachings of Jesus. Christians seeking religious freedom were among the early arrivals to America, and their influence played a big part in the formation of social and civil practices. Its influence was so great that the United States came to be known as a Christian nation. Much has changed over the years, yet family background and social environment continue to influence many in their support of Chris

When we read of humanity's creation in the opening chapters of Genesis, we find it was God's masterpiece. The hands, feet, eyes, ears, and other parts of His brilliant design walked and worked in unity with Him. Unlike divinity, humanity had limitations: it required sleep, food, care, security, and interaction with other humans. But this wasn't a problem because it lived in complete harmony with God. But the story took a turn when evil entered the world and that harmony

A couple of years ago, my wife and I were thinking about making some changes to our kitchen—relocating a few of the cabinets, replacing some drawer fronts, creating more counter space, and painting. Things were going well, but when we "differed" on the layout of one of the corners, I found myself thinking, "What would Jesus do?" I was sure He'd side with me since we'd both been carpenters, but as my mind quickly scrolled through the Gospels, I couldn't think of a single examp

Giving back has gained popularity in America over the past few decades. Businesses create opportunities for their employees, regardless of title or position, to engage in serving their communities by picking up street trash, cleaning city parks, or serving food to the under-resourced. After a few hours of much-appreciated service, shoes and shirts are changed and everyone heads back to their regular jobs. Candidates running for public office are often filmed flipping burger