Certain little everyday words can be very important in the Scriptures.Words like but and therefore.Or, in today’s case, the word is if.“This includes you who were once far away from […]
If…a small but important word Read Post »
In the parable of the sower (Mt. 13:1-23), Jesus speaks of seeds falling on different types of soil, representing hearts ready—or not—for the Word of God. But what if we
The Divine Gardener’s Work Read Post »
[And you] he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his deathCol 1.22a But, because one good deed deserves another, I think of 2 Cor 5.18 (we celebrate
Yesterday morning, I attended our Tuesday morning Women’s Bible Study. I was surprised to walk in and find 20-25 women eagerly waiting for class to begin. It was a wonderful
Growing Together in Faith Read Post »
“Prayer is not merely a list we bring to God but a practice that forms us in His love.” We often think the greatest treasure is a “yes” to our
Prayer as Transformation Read Post »
Jesus wanted to make me holy, blameless, and above reproach.And He nailed it!I am holy, blameless, and above reproach.“And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind,doing evil deeds,He
A Raggamuffin Like Me Read Post »
“…to become conformed to the image of His Son…” Romans 8:29 (This is adapted from a dear friend, Bob Lehman.)What’s your first thought when things don’t go your way? Is
Ever Wonder What God Is Doing Read Post »
He had never known the crushing weight of sin upon His person.He had never tasted the bitter shame of it.Yet, He willingly chose the sorrowful road that leads to joy.On
Erased By His Blood Read Post »
“Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well.” Matthew 6:33Most of this is from a friend named Bob Lehman. Maybe
GO BIG OR GO HOME! Read Post »
Recently, I shared with the church that my stepfather had tragically shot himself and taken his own life. This brought a shadow of pain and shock that still hovers in
Not Alone in Our Pain Read Post »
I’ve heard this analogy given several times, but it bears repeating. There’s an encouragement often shared: buy flowers and put them on your table. They are beautiful, enjoyable, and fragrant.
I’ve spent some recent time in India sharing the gospel.Psalm 86 has always spoken to me, but here in New Delhi, its words feel even more profound. Psalm 86:8a says:
No Other Like You O Lord Read Post »
