The Resurrection on Trial
But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, as… Continue Reading The Resurrection on Trial
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Nowhere to Run, Nowhere to Hide
“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in… Continue Reading Nowhere to Run, Nowhere to Hide
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Bearing the Burden with Purpose
I mentioned yesterday that I enjoy the story the Lord of the Rings and I thought you could use some more encouragement from it. In The Lord of the Rings,… Continue Reading Bearing the Burden with Purpose
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Pursued by Perfect Love
Since first encountering The Lord of the Rings, I’ve been captivated by its intricate storylines. One that stands out is Gollum’s obsession with the One Ring. His unhealthy love for… Continue Reading Pursued by Perfect Love
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If…a small but important word
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… Continue Reading If…a small but important word
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The Divine Gardener’s Work
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… Continue Reading The Divine Gardener’s Work
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I am reconciled!
[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… Continue Reading I am reconciled!
Growing Together in Faith
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… Continue Reading Growing Together in Faith
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Prayer as Transformation
“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… Continue Reading Prayer as Transformation
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A Raggamuffin Like Me
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… Continue Reading A Raggamuffin Like Me
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Ever Wonder What God Is Doing
“…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… Continue Reading Ever Wonder What God Is Doing
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Erased By His Blood
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… Continue Reading Erased By His Blood
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