The Bible does not mention whether Jesus laughed, but it seems inconceivable to think he did not.  Being both fully God and fully human, Jesus had human emotions, told stories of hope and was often surrounded by children, who inspire smiles and laughter.

Humor is a God given gift and an often overlooked ministry within the Body of Christ. 

The cartoons featured here are created by Ben Bateman of Chino Valley, Arizona.  Ben is a married father of two children.  He is also a Christian artist who hopes his humor can bring a smile to a weary face. His intent is for those who view his cartoons to also read the related scripture reference. His series of work is called ManKind Toons and his creations will rotate in and out of this page, monthly.

Like Ben, I hope this page brings a smile to your face. 

John M. Cook, Webmaster

Parkway Baptist Church

Christian One-Liners

"Don't let your worries get the best of you, remember, Moses started out as a basket case."

Some people are kind, polite, and sweet-spirited - until you try to sit in their pews.

Many folks want to serve God, but only as advisers.

It is easier to preach ten sermons than it is to live one.

The good Lord didn't create anything without a purpose, but mosquitoes come close.

When you get to your wit's end, you'll find God lives there.

People are funny; they want the front of the bus, the middle of the road, and the back of the church.

Opportunity may knock once, but temptation bangs on your front door forever.

Quit griping about your church; if it was perfect, you couldn't belong.

If the church wants a better pastor, it only needs to pray for the one it has.

God Himself does not propose to judge a man until he is dead.  So why should you?

Some minds are like concrete, thoroughly mixed up and permanently set

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Peace starts with a smile.

I don't know why some people change churches; what difference does it make which one you stay home from?

A lot of church members who are singing "Standing on the Promises" are just sitting on the premises.

We were called to be witnesses, not lawyers or judges

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Be ye fishers of men.  You catch them - He'll clean them.

Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous.

Don't wait for 6 strong men to take you to church.

Forbidden fruits create many jams.

God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

God grades on the cross, not the curve.

God loves everyone, but probably prefers "fruits of the spirit" over "religious nuts!"

God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.

He who angers you, controls you!

If God is your Copilot - swap seats!

Prayer: Don't give God instructions -- just report for duty!

The task ahead of us is never as great as the Power behind us.

The Will of God will never take you to where the Grace of God will not protect you.

We don't change the message, the message changes us.

You can tell how big a person is by what it takes to discourage him.