This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, October 2026
Fear of failure is natural when starting something new, but Scripture reminds us that fear should never control our lives.
True Strength Versus Notoriety
"For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God." 1 Corinthians 1:18 One writer described Paul Anderson: "He is the strongest man in the world, and he also lifts weights." Paul had a »
The Disaster of Instability
"If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by »
Living Dangerously in a Dangerous World
"Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the public squares, and uprightness cannot enter. Truth is lacking, and he who departs from evil makes himself a prey." Isaiah 59:14-15 You would agree we live in a dangerous world; and, if you listen to »
Why Faith-Based Residential Programs Create Lasting Change in Young Men
Faith-based residential programs create lasting change in young men by replacing harmful environments with total daily structure, personal mentorship, and spiritual purpose. Removing external triggers allows troubled youths to develop true accountability while learning core vocational and life skills. This combination addresses root emotional causes rather than just masking surface »
Properties of Worthy Fear
"And great fear came upon the whole church and upon all who heard of these things." Acts 5:11 Most of you are familiar with the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who suddenly and unexpectedly took their final breaths within hours of one another after disobeying the Lord. But very few »
This Month at PAYH: Monthly Newsletter, September 2026
Some moments in our lives are so clear that we can almost go back to that exact place and time. For me, September 11, 2001, is one of those moments.
Aching for Perfect Peace
"You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3 Your mind is the essence of a conscious, thinking you! You think, you perceive, you converse, you feel, you hurt, you enjoy, you love, you hate, you ignore, all through »
Fire Insurance?
"...we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven." Colossians 1:5 Is believing in the claims of the Gospel really anything more than securing "fire insurance?" Trusting in the reality »
How Can Families Manage Behavioral Burnout in Troubled Teen Boys?
Behavioral burnout happens when a struggling young man becomes exhausted from constant emotional friction and negative patterns. Parents can manage this state by identifying early signs of withdrawal and reducing immediate stressors in the household. Seeking external structure can stabilize a child before behavioral patterns degrade further. Young men often »
Testing and Trial Equals Pain
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." James 1:2-4 The surgeon's scalpel cut into my back »
