Author Archives for Chad Flowers
Everything’s Different, Nothing’s Changed
“That which has been is what will be, that which is done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). Basically, everything’s different, but nothing’s changed. Consider the evolution of the camera. In 1841, Alexander Wolcott built the first patented camera, which could take photos and produce images… View Article
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Every Girl’s First Hero
A note to the reader: When my wife and I were expecting our first daughter, Jadyn, a good friend handed me a book, Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Dr. Meg Meeker. It really helped shaped my view of what my role was to be in her life, and I want to share some of it… View Article
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Let’s Talk About Dating, Part Two
Dr. James Dobson calls the age between sixteen (16) and twenty-six (26) years the “decision decade” because most of the decisions made during this time will set the course for the rest of a student’s life. A major portion of the decisions made during this time have to do with the subject of dating and… View Article
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Let’s Talk About Dating, Part One
It was tough for me, at first, as a youth pastor to give clear instructions from God’s Word on the topic of dating to our youth group. The truth is the Bible does not give a solid “position” on dating. It is one of the many activities the Bible does not talk specifically about. However,… View Article
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The Best Relationship
Imagine along with me. Somewhere in the heavenlies, long before this world existed as we know it, we find God holding a small pulsating light of life. Michael and Gabriel gather near to catch a glimpse of this curious, never before seen form. “What is it, Master?” asks Michael. “It is something special,” replies the… View Article
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