“I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” (Philippians 4:11) My wife’s paternal grandmother was an amazing woman. I miss her but I am grateful for one of life’s major lessons that she handed down to me. She was born into poverty in the Appalachian foothills in North Carolina. She married at the tender age of 14 and raised five children, all of whom were also born into poverty. On Christmas morning, their stockings, old socks, were filled with fruit and nuts. Her youngest child, […]

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” (Luke 2:14) My wife told me a story recently about a young woman who was in need of serious surgery only to see it delayed due to circumstances beyond her control. When I saw her, I was astonished. You would never know that she was facing a life-threatening illness. It was then that I realized my wife’s friend enjoys a special kind of peace that the Bible calls “the peace of God”. It’s a […]

“And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus.” (Luke 1:31) The gospel rests on three giant pillars: Jesus’ virgin birth, atoning death, and bodily resurrection. The Easter season celebrates Jesus’ death and resurrection. Christmas focuses solely on the virgin birth. You can’t call yourself a Christian if you don’t believe in the virgin birth. I remember my doubt about it as an unbeliever. I thought it defied one of the most basic laws of nature. So did […]

When it comes to online casino gaming, players are always on the lookout for ways to maximize their chances of winning. One of the most important yet often overlooked factors in this pursuit is the concept of Return to Player (RTP). Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, understanding RTP can help you make informed decisions about which games to play and how to optimize your strategy. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into what RTP is, how it works, and how you can […]