Paul C. Pitt’s mission was one of behind-the-scenes—he was never really seen because of his unique circumstances. Paul was born in Germany in 1882, but lived in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada from an early age and was raised as a strict Catholic. Upon being healed of a serious heart condition and a debilitated foot in […]

Sunny Varkey, former Overseer for the Church of God in India, Kerala Region, joined his Savior in eternity. His ministry encompassed a wide range of service including Bible School Dean (1984), Office Administrator (1986-1992), Overseer (1992-2002), Education Director (2002-2008), and local pastor and council member. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Sunny, and two children, Gifty Mariam Varki and …

I don’t exactly remember when I first saw the words “Danger Zone.” I think perhaps it was a very pronounced sign in orange, with flashing lights, in a hazardous stretch of road in my distant memory. I also recall the word “Caution” being attached to it, and over the years, the two words seem to always be […]

I awakened one morning a few days ago, and the first thought that popped into my mind were the words, “Christians need a rebirth of kindness.” I was immediately arrested in my thoughts and began to examine my own life, and though I’ve always considered myself kind, I realized as I studied this beautiful virtue […]

Dr. David Blair, International Director of Youth and Discipleship for the Church of God, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021, in a Chattanooga, Tenn. hospital. He was 56. The following statement was given by Dr. David M. Griffis, Church of God World Missions General Director, “Church of God World Missions, in 185 countries around […]

“In seasons of distress and grief…. My soul has often found relief… And oft escaped the tempter’s snare… By thy return sweet hour of prayer.” William W. Walford, a blind English country Parson of the 19th Century, wrote these words. The practice of consistent prayer has vanished from the lifestyle of so many Christians. When […]

I saw this fascinating and yet frightening picture of a storm-filled sky and tornado, and as I viewed it, I could see in the picture bits of light behind it, even reflecting to the earth that it would soon cover. As I studied this intriguing panorama, I begin think of storms, both in the physical […]