June 10, 2019
Christian Civility
Jesus calls Christians to words and actions that go far beyond civility, even civility. His call is life altering, indeed it is death to self.
Read more..Thoughts By Marilyn Ehle
May 31, 2019
A Squawking World
“One of the deepest longings of the human soul is to be seen,” and the squawking magpies remind me to not only see the souls’ longings, but also hear them. I am called to be an imitator of God as I listen: “Before they call I will answer, while they are yet speaking I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24).
Read more..April 30, 2019
When God Seems Too Big to Love
“If you have seen me, you have seen the Father.“ John 14:9 Dan’s earthly father
Read more..April 1, 2019
“What Do You Want?”
“Turning around, Jesus saw them (two of John’s disciples) following and asked, “What do you
Read more..March 12, 2019
Making Progress
Prayer: Father, thank you for providing everything we need to grow spiritually. Forgive us for too often being satisfied with the status quo, or measuring ourselves by others.
Read more..February 22, 2019
Tangled Cords
Tangled cords cause frustration. If not carefully held separate while being pulled, they quickly tangle into infuriating snarls that take long minutes to unscramble.
Read more..November 22, 2018
I’m Hungry
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Matthew
Read more..May 30, 2018
All About Me
Help me, Lord, to relate to you and others not on the basis of material possessions. May my vision increasingly be like yours. 1 Samuel 16:7 "Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart."
Read more..November 7, 2017
Collapsing Floors
“We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in
Read more..October 2, 2017
I’m Here, God
“The Lord takes pleasure in his people…“ Psalm 149:4 It seems silly to announce my
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