Thanksgiving is here and because God so loved the world that He gave us His only begotten son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we are grateful beyond words. Because He loved us while we are still sinners. Because Jesus willingly took our place on the Cross to wipe away the sins of the world and conquer death, we are grateful beyond words. Because we are save by grace through faith, we are grateful beyond words.

A recent poll conducted by our friends at Lifeway Research revealed some interesting stats on what Americans and people of faith, think about the pagan elements of Halloween. The data suggests that more than one-third of the country opts out of “pagan” elements of Halloween, if not taking a pass on it all together.

Kyle Prohaska, the producer of such Christian movies as "Love Covers All" and "Standing Firm", (currently streaming online at Pure Flix) is in an enviable position. He’s found a way to marry his love for God with his passion for film and film-making process. “Any talent or ability I have is God’s grace at work so it seems only natural to want to use the art form to bring Him glory in whatever way He sees fit,” Prohaska said.

Compassion and forgiveness seem to be in short supply these days when it comes to dealing with the sick or less fortunate. This point was driven home in a recent article about an Atheist group suing the State of Florida and two faith-based halfway houses for using methods based on “biblical principles.”

The people who positively affect our family’s lives are so often overlooked and under-appreciated. So let’s take some time to honor our beloved servant leaders during National Pastor Appreciation Month.

Started in 1992 by a non-profit group called Under His Wings Ministries, the month in October has become so popular among church leaders and their congregations that Hallmark started devoting a series of cards to it roughly 15 years ago.

Interesting timing of this latest update to the "Coach Joe Risks Job To Pray" story we shared last month. So here we are on the release date of this highly relevant and timely Pure Flix film, "Woodlawn", opening in theaters across America with an update to inspire all believers.

Finding the time to think, reflect and lead a purpose-driven life seems to getting tougher…especially with all that’s going on in our personal lives and the seemingly unbalanced world around us.

Let’s face it: When we hear our smartphone alerting us to the 15^th text of the day, the movie we were watching gets paused. Family conversations stop. The book we were reading gets bookmarked. In essence, we drop what we’re doing, forget about what we were thinking, and grab our device.

With high school, college and professional football in full swing, it’s interesting to note that scandals seem to be getting just as much attention as on-field performance. That’s disappointing, to say the least.

Our Faith Is Truly Under Fire. Since when has the name of God become a firing offense? Unfortunately, real-life seems to be imitating the movies these days. In Pennsylvania, Dwight Anderson, a college professor, was dismissed from his position after he shared his hopes with his former students in a letter that included a reference to God.

History does repeat itself. This time around we are revisiting the religious persecution our nation experienced during the darkest days of racial segregation in America's south.