On this day in history: In 1778, English navigator Captain James Cook discovered the Hawaiian Islands, which he called the “Sandwich Islands.” In 1896, the x-ray machine was exhibited for the first time. And in 1950, the federal tax on oleomargarine was repealed.

People Who Drink Coffee Live Longer – It’s true. A study says so. With several known health benefits of coffee, this drink already has a great reputation. And now, after 20 years of study, the findings are even more amazing!

The Story Of Reuel Colt Gridley And The Most Expensive Bag Of Flour In The World – Who knew that a bag of flour could make such an impact?

C. S. Lewis Was A Secret Government Agent – C. S. Lewis is probably my favorite author of all. Because of that, when I saw this article I was intrigued. I found it to be very interesting. At the same time, I find it a bit unbelievable, and yet it seems to be exactly something that Lewis would do. Either way, it is a captivating idea.

Why Your Body Is Amazing! – God’s creative ability is nothing short of astounding. This brief video gives just a few reasons why. It’s difficult to imagine life without some of these features, others are required in order to live, but all of them are fascinating.

Yesterday In Church History
On January 17, in 1604, the King James Bible was commissioned, and was finished in 1611. This was encouraged by King James, because he wanted a Bible free of political and theological notes. Read more about it here.

Four Productivity Lies – One of my daily goals is to make each day count for as much as possible. In order to do that, I need to be as efficient and as productive as possible. And yet, there are several myths circulating out there that prevent me from being as productive as possible. Here are four of them debunked.

Lessons Learned From Christian Books – Here are a few great things to keep in mind as you read Christian books this year. They can give you a lot, and help you grow in your faith.

The Best App For Tracking Your Bible Reading – I am always looking for ways to be more consistent in reading the Bible. I currently use a couple of analog tools for maintaining my Bible reading schedule: pen and paper. But this app looks like it could be a benefit for a lot of people. Give it a shot. It just might be what you need this year. And if you are looking for a Bible Reading Plan, then check out the free booklet I offer.