God’s Friends
A woman named Mary Lance once asked the Lord if he would please introduce her to his best friends. She desired to meet believers on whom rested God’s favor.
26
Sep
25
Sep
God Gets Emotional
Have you ever taken delight in someone? Maybe you’ve burst into laughter over an infant’s first smile. Perhaps you’ve beamed with pride as a dear one graduates from college with honors. Or you’ve felt the delicious warmth of a loved one’s gaze.
23
Sep
Searching for Sinners
What a bad lesson on successful sheep ranching–leaving an entire flock to search for one lost sheep is a sure way to lose ninety-nine more.
21
Sep
Great and Terrible Day of the Lord
Jesus did not come to execute the wrath of God–he made that clear when he announced his Messiah manifesto from Isaiah 61.
20
Sep
The Messiah Manifesto
The air in the synagogue was hot and tight. The attendant handed Jesus the scroll of Isaiah. He quietly unrolled it, found the verse he was looking for, and began to speak with the voice of uncommon authority:
28
Aug
From Fear to Courage: My Daily Breakthrough with God’s Promises
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” Proverbs 18:10 People think I’m a strong person but I’m not...
19
Aug
His Yoke is Easy
At times we feel that our yoke is just too heavy to bear. That’s when Jesus says, “Here, take my yoke. It’s easy. The burden is light.” Oh yeah? we think.
18
Jul
Know You Are not Alone: Support for Moments of Despair
Why did they do it? This question is often the first people ask when someone takes their own life. Maybe we hope that by finding an answer...
14
Jul
The Cycle of Trusting Jesus: Breaking Free from Anxiety
Often, I have laid in bed at night whispering to God, “I can’t believe you are asking me to do this.” These are nights when pain threatens to get the upper...
13
Jul
Surviving Grief, Strengthening Faith: A Marriage Redeemed by Love and Support
Before they met, Jennifer and Michael walked lonely, difficult roads. Jennifer shouldered the responsibilities of raising four children as a single mom...
