Mary’s First Trimester
In our rush toward Christmas and the miracle of Bethlehem, we often ignore the humanness of Mary.
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Spiritual Cataracts
When we clearly see Jesus, He performs the radical surgery necessary for us to see the world as He sees it.
Trees and Children
Lord, you know how much I want to protect my children from all harm and evil. You understand how my heart breaks when they make poor choices. Teach me how and when to intervene
Am I Ready for Heaven?
When I heard the news of my friend's death, my first reaction was, 'Heaven will be no surprise for her. She's been living for years in the presence of Jesus.'
Your Dream Home
Jan and I sat in the cafe musing about what our dream homes would look like and where they would be.
Am I Quiet?
Even the most “type A” personalities eventually discover that the soul, that deep place within, longs - indeed requires - stillness.
Stopping for Tea
Do you stop? In this work driven world we live in, stopping is very important. Jesus stopped. Take time for a cup of tea.
News Travels Fast
“When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed. Our
Silence Is Golden
… abide in me…This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, (John 15:4)
Do I Want a Broken Heart?
“What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but
Living on Borrowed Time
“As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set
Finding Fresh Food
“Look at the birds of the air…your heavenly Father feeds them.” Matthew 6:26 “When your
On a Mountain with God
Do you ever get jealous of those who claim to have an “experience” with God?
Apple of His Eye
Devotional: Apple of His Eye: “Whoever touches you touches the apple of his eye.” Zechariah 2:8 Thank you, Father, for your extraordinary and very personal love.
Giving with Strings Attached
A woman we’ll call Marie loved to give things away. When I was a child, I frequently was the recipient of her gifts.
Not an Olympic Event
Unfortunately some people approach Bible reading as an Olympic event: how fast can I read? am I reading more than my friends?
Are You Done Yet, Lord?
It seemed as though the challenges would never end. An aging parent fell and broke her hip. A brother’s cancer wasn’t responding to treatment.
Fight, Flight, Freeze …or Faith?
is it possible for Christians to have another response to turmoil in addition to these normal “human-wired” reactions?
