Category Archives: Christian Life

General posts for the Christian journey

The Double-Dog Dare…

Posted on April 4, 2014 by cchrisholland

Ever been dared to do something challenging? Maybe it even included the classic “double-dog-dare” to increase the pressure. I have, and still retain the scars, detention history, etc. to prove it (as a matter-of-fact, I recently jumped into a cold … Continue reading →

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An Easy Way to Discuss Worldviews at the Dinner Table

Posted on March 27, 2014 by cchrisholland

Does the challenge of teaching a “Christian Worldview” to your children, leave you feeling a little intimidated? If so, you’re not alone. I think most of us trying to parent from a biblical perspective feel the pressure of an increasingly … Continue reading →

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Def Leppard Almost Got it Right

Posted on March 14, 2014 by cchrisholland

Back-in-the-day I was a “Hair Band” kind of guy. Of course, in the 80s a lot of us were cranking up the metal, but one song (even then) perplexed me; Def Leppard’s “Rock of Ages”. No, it wasn’t the strange … Continue reading →

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Should Christians “Go Green”?

Posted on February 28, 2014 by cchrisholland

Ok, before you think the cheese has totally “slid off my cracker” and I’ve become a “sandal-wearing-tree-hugger”; you need to know this post comes from wrestling with a tough biblical truth recently. It’s something simple that many Christians would quickly … Continue reading →

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A Golden Nugget to Pass Along

Posted on February 18, 2014 by cchrisholland

My inbox reminds me of a certain space on our kitchen counter where things appear “out of nowhere”. However, today one of the many emails was a golden nugget from Chuck Swindoll. It came via his blog to pastors, but … Continue reading →

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You Are Special…So Act Like It

Posted on February 15, 2014 by cchrisholland

This week I’m reminded of the book “You are Special” by Max Lucado. It’s a timeless classic and one of my favorites. In it, we follow the journey of a Wemmick named Punchinello (Wemmicks are small wooden people carved by … Continue reading →

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Can God Make a Rock He Can’t Move?

Posted on January 31, 2014 by cchrisholland

You’ve probably heard the classic question, “Can God make a rock so big He can’t move it?” Yeah, I know it’s a silly notion, but I’ve been pondering it lately in a different way. Regarding His power, “What would God’s … Continue reading →

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Lasting Influence

Posted on January 15, 2014 by cchrisholland

It’s been said that, “Leadership is Influence”. John Maxwell is most often credited with the quote, but it’s an old truth; one history reveals in powerful stories of success and failure. As I thought and prayed through the end/beginning of … Continue reading →

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Life after Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2013 by cchrisholland

I’ve been thinking about Mary and Joseph “the-day-after”. The whole scene at the manger has always intrigued me, what with total strangers showing up to celebrate, only to leave and tell everyone in town about it. So what about the … Continue reading →

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Does it Really Matter? The Essentials: Part 4-Who is Jesus?

Posted on December 17, 2013 by cchrisholland

Asking “Who is Jesus?” on the street in most cities would rarely produce a clear consensus. No other name in history equals His influence, but there are still various opinions of Christ. It’s interesting how little that’s changed in 2,000 … Continue reading →

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Have We Lost the Battle?

Posted on December 13, 2013 by cchrisholland

Last week in Munich, Germany I had the opportunity to work with some great folks who are tirelessly trying to reach their city with the Good News of Jesus. It’s a tough environment in many ways and what the experts … Continue reading →

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Is Thanksgiving Going Away?

Posted on November 27, 2013 by cchrisholland

So let me get this straight, “Black Friday” has been replaced by “Brown Thursday”? With stores opening as early as 6:00am on Thanksgiving Day, I guess Granny will have some empty seats at the table this year (since blenders are … Continue reading →

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Does it Really Matter? The Essentials: Part 3-Who’s the Boss?

Posted on November 26, 2013 by cchrisholland

For the record, there’s much to appreciate about the modern era. Things like indoor plumbing, electricity, and advanced medical care have enhanced our quality of life; but have we progressed as humans? Some would say yes by pointing out efforts … Continue reading →

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Five Things I Learned as a Soldier

Posted on November 11, 2013 by cchrisholland

Like most Veterans, I’m occasionally asked about the “military experience” and I’m always amazed at how fresh the memories can be when prompted. Today on Veteran’s Day, I’ve been “prompted”, but instead of old stories, I want to mention 5 … Continue reading →

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Does it Really Matter? The Essentials: Part 2-The Flood

Posted on November 5, 2013 by cchrisholland

Did some guys actually build a massive boat for themselves (and animals) to escape a huge flood? If so, is it relevant now? Let’s take a look:  The flood described in Genesis is the most sweeping physical event in history. Many … Continue reading →

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Does it Really Matter? The Essentials: Part 1-Creation

Posted on October 30, 2013 by cchrisholland

Ever felt uncertain about the Bible’s validity compared to modern science or philosophy? Maybe you consider stories of “creation-in-6-days” or a “global-flood-and-a-boat” to be more mythical than true? I think most of us have wondered how it all fits together. There … Continue reading →

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A Quote Worth Passing Along

Posted on October 25, 2013 by cchrisholland

I hear and see a lot of quotes, but one really grabbed me recently. I heard it on the radio in an old sermon by Adrian Rogers. He was talking about the value of truth and trusting God’s Word as … Continue reading →

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Caught Red-Handed

Posted on October 10, 2013 by cchrisholland

Once in a small village, there was an orphan (about 10 years old). One morning, as he quietly walked through the busy market crowd, he took a small loaf of bread. When the owner of the cart saw it, he … Continue reading →

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Work & Rest: 2 Helpful Questions for Finding Balance

Posted on September 26, 2013 by cchrisholland

Is your candle burning at both ends and melting in the middle too? I think a lot of us would have to say yes (at least sometimes). Truth is, balancing work and rest in our modern environment is challenging. A … Continue reading →

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“Hold that thought!” 3 Questions to ask before Posting

Posted on September 18, 2013 by cchrisholland

Social media is a powerful tool. Welcome or not, it’s become a common thread in the fabric of our lives and influences many. That being said, I was reminded this week of something I want to pass along. You see, there … Continue reading →

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