Here is my weekly list of links to articles filled with relevant information and inspiring stories. Enjoy!

• Research reveals there are many health benefits to having a good marriage.
• After attempts by Muslims and liberal professors to stop a showing of the movie “American Sniper” at the University of Michigan, common sense prevailed and the movie will be shown. I’m especially excited that Coach Jim Harbaugh and the Michigan football team took a stand for patriotism and freedom.
• You would think if Colorado officials believe it is wrong for a devout Christian to refuse to make a wedding cake for a gay wedding, they would also believe it is wrong for a secular or homosexual cake maker to refuse to make a cake for a Christian group even if the cake is decorated with a Bible verse about sin. You would be wrong! It is increasingly difficult to use the words fairness and common sense in the same sentence with liberals.
• College freshmen less religious than ever — just like their parents. This brief article illustrates the importance of parents – especially dads – having a genuine walk with Jesus Christ.
• Christian lives matter – but the world’s growing silence over the persecution and execution of Christians is causing those doing the persecuting to be even bolder.

After reading these articles, take a few minutes to pray for the people involved. Then pray for yourself, asking the Lord to draw you even closer to Himself.

Pastor Steve Hogg