2008 Archives: Hope for Life

Happy New Life

by Tim Archer — Dec 31st, 2008

People like new things. If you don't believe me, look at the advertising around you.... (read more)

I Want Christmas Year Round

by Steve Ridgell — Dec 25th, 2008

I do have Christmas all year round. So can you.... (read more)

'Fantasy Jesus' vs. 'Real Jesus'

by Kay Talley — Dec 17th, 2008

He came as a baby, and grew to be a man, one with power and authority.... (read more)

Older Articles from 'Hope for Life'

Peace Like a River

by Tim Archer — Dec 10th, 2008

"Saved alone. What shall I do?" Those were the chilling words Horatio Spafford read in the telegram from his wife.... (read more)

Back to Basics Church

by Steve Ridgell — Dec 3rd, 2008

God's son came to earth and lived among us. He was born in a stable among real animals. He lived a real life. ... (read more)

Over the River and Through the Woods

by Bill Brant — Nov 26th, 2008

I envision heaven being something like Thanksgiving at Aunt Patty's house.... (read more)

Steps to Hope

by Tim Archer — Nov 19th, 2008

When we began to work on the website HopeForLife.org, we sat down and talked about what we believe about hope. We decided that we could best communicate our thoughts about hope with the idea of four stages of hope, four steps along the road of having a li... (read more)

No Pain, No Gain

by Steve Ridgell — Nov 12th, 2008

It takes a real commitment to follow Jesus. Sharing in his pain really does become my gain.... (read more)

Far from Home

by Wesley Shutt — Nov 5th, 2008

Do you ever feel out of place? Like you just don't belong?... (read more)

What's Your Worst Fear?

by Tim Archer — Oct 29th, 2008

What's your worst fear? What is it that keeps you awake at night?... (read more)

White Hats and Cowboys

by Steve Ridgell — Oct 22nd, 2008

Not good because of what we do, but in spite of what we do. Good because of what he did for us, not because of what we do.... (read more)

It's a Matter of Perspective

by Karen Presley — Oct 15th, 2008

How does God see us? God looks at His children with pure love.... (read more)

Faith in the Future

by Tim Archer — Oct 8th, 2008

Have you heard of Flagstaff, Maine? It's a ghost town now... (read more)

Dropped Passes

by Steve Ridgell — Oct 1st, 2008

If you have been hesitant to "buy into" the idea of Jesus because of what some of his followers have done, I urge you to look a little deeper.... (read more)

The Last Letter

by Bill Brant — Sep 24th, 2008

It’s called "The Bucket List," a movie about two men who endured treatment for cancer only to be told they had months to live.... (read more)

Forever

by Tim Archer — Sep 17th, 2008

"99¢ refills forever!" That's what the ad for one restaurant claimed. Seemed like a pretty good deal,... (read more)

Lost Luggage

by Steve Ridgell — Sep 10th, 2008

Jesus is a story of good news and joy. He came so we could know that we will live forever. He expects our lives to be full of joy and peace.... (read more)

The Hatchet

by Wesley Shutt — Sep 3rd, 2008

I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices... (read more)

Finding What We Seek

by Tim Archer — Aug 27th, 2008

Turtles sitting on a rock. Nothing uncommon, at least not for turtles. Most reptiles, being cold-blooded creatures, like to sun themselves.... (read more)

Performance Based Systems

by Steve Ridgell — Aug 20th, 2008

Your "performance" has nothing to do with your salvation.... (read more)

Mighty Power

by Kay Talley — Aug 13th, 2008

I witness His power in so many areas... (read more)

Overlooked Treasure

by Tim Archer — Aug 6th, 2008

Over the years, I've enjoyed the television program Antique Roadshow on PBS.... (read more)

Christians, Moslems, and Jews

by Steve Ridgell — Jul 30th, 2008

Christians cannot subscribe to any theory that allows for multiple avenues to God.... (read more)

Flying Solo

by Wesley Shutt — Jul 23rd, 2008

Before I knew it, the kite was tangled around the light post and my plan was falling apart.... (read more)

The Power of Hope

by Tim Archer — Jul 16th, 2008

here's a story that tells of a woman who volunteered with the school district in a large city.... (read more)

I Don't Like Hospitals

by Steve Ridgell — Jul 9th, 2008

Churches are places of spiritual healing for those who are sick. And they are made up of those who have been healed ... even while remembering that we are survivors.... (read more)

Declaration of Dependence

by Bill Brant — Jul 2nd, 2008

Today I make my personal Declaration of Dependence.... (read more)

Becoming a Citizen

by Tim Archer — Jun 25th, 2008

A friend of mine recently became a citizen of the United States. After living in this country for a number of years, she decided to become a citizen.... (read more)

I Just Wanted to Get Out Alive

by Steve Ridgell — Jun 18th, 2008

I trust God to deliver me safe. He has before, and He will again.... (read more)

The Gain is Worth the Pain

by Tim Archer — Jun 11th, 2008

I was about 9 years old. I was taking Red Cross swimming lessons at our municipal pool.... (read more)

It Seems Too Good To Be True

by Steve Ridgell — Jun 4th, 2008

We talked about the relationship with Jesus that brings us into the family of God. ... (read more)

Junk Mail and Happiness

by Tim Archer — May 28th, 2008

You can learn a lot about the world by looking at the junk mail folder on your computer... (read more)

Memorial Day, 2008

by Bill Brant — May 21st, 2008

This Memorial Day, we acknowledge those who served our country and over whom Taps has been played. So also should we honor the One whose death allows us to claim victory over our enemy.... (read more)

Parable of the Pencil

by Steve Ridgell — May 14th, 2008

I still see parables and applications about Christian living in pencils, cars, televisions, pets, and sports.... (read more)

Earning a Reward

by Tim Archer — May 7th, 2008

My wife just traveled to Argentina and back. That trip would normally have cost more than we could pay, but it turned out to be quite affordable.... (read more)

Repair Men Love Me

by Steve Ridgell — Apr 30th, 2008

God can repair the most important relationship of all … our relationship with him.... (read more)

Changing Seasons

by Tim Archer — Apr 23rd, 2008

I live in Texas in the northern hemisphere. Here, springtime is just beginning. For fifteen years of my life, I lived in Argentina in the southern hemisphere where at this time of the year they are moving into autumn.... (read more)

A Dog's Life

by Steve Ridgell — Apr 16th, 2008

It occurs to me that Remington has helped me understand my relationship with God. In that relationship I am like Remington and God is my master.... (read more)

The Healing

by Tim Archer — Apr 9th, 2008

It was Sunday, March 9, 2008. Steve Ridgell and I had traveled with Herald of Truth Ministries to the island of Cuba.... (read more)

Old Houses

by Steve Ridgell — Apr 2nd, 2008

I believe we were created with a purpose. I believe God made us for a reason. God has dreams and plans for each one of us. We were created to live in relationship with him and help others to see him more clearly.... (read more)

No Honor Among Friends....

by Skye Noe — Mar 26th, 2008

The challenge with changing your life is that too many people already know you as part of your old life.... (read more)

Remember

by Tim Archer — Mar 19th, 2008

When they were young, my kids loved videos. They could watch the same movies over and over again.... (read more)

What Good Is an Appendix?

by Steve Ridgell — Mar 12th, 2008

This world, and my life, makes sense when I trust there is someone who knows me and who understands everything going in my life.... (read more)

The Golden Rule

by Skye Noe — Mar 5th, 2008

I am curious how the world would react if the Golden Rule was enforced.... (read more)

Changing the Past

by Tim Archer — Feb 27th, 2008

Alfred had dedicated himself to the science of war. A talented scientist and creative inventor, he studied ways to create new and better weapons.... (read more)

Radical Surgery

by Steve Ridgell — Feb 20th, 2008

Then it dawned on me that this was a blueprint for how to handle sin in my life.... (read more)

It's Not For Everyone

by Tim Archer — Feb 6th, 2008

If you think about it, this invitation by Jesus isn't for everyone. I'm not saying that He wouldn't receive all who wanted to come nor am I saying that His sacrifice was in any way limited. What I'm saying is Jesus is calling those who are tired.... (read more)