William Boekestein

This code isn’t just for children; no matter our age we must respect “all those in authority” over us.

Restless people are constantly active, unable to find peace as a result of anxiety or boredom. Restless people roam, desire, and covet, but do not arrive, achieve, or obtain. The fourth commandment can cure restlessness.

Using God’s name well is important. But because vows are religious affirmations—pledges taken in God’s name—something must also be said about swearing well.

How people talk about us—especially when they think we’re not listening—can reveal what they truly think.

"A picture is worth a thousand words." But are images the right tools for the worship of God?

God wants us to prosper in his world as we respect his boundaries.

Most of us have a similar attitude toward change. We don’t like it. And we have our reasons. Change is uncomfortable. We prefer what we know.

Like exercise and a healthy diet, good works are good for us.

Believers must not be left wondering if Christ is for or against them.

Through the Supper believers grow into their experience of union with Christ.

Why am I so sad? Has God forgotten me like everyone else has? How long will my soul feel troubled? Real believers have hard questions like these.

God has a plan for keeping us close to Jesus even during his physical absence from us.