Apr 12, 2020 | Eternity & Heaven & Hell, Forgiveness, Sacrifice
Have you ever forgiven a loved one who wronged you and said they were sorry? It’s difficult, but to save the relationship, often we find it in our heart to forgive – especially if the other person is sincerely sorry. But how about the person who wrongs you and is not...
Mar 20, 2020 | Christian Life, Fear & Doubt
Have you ever noticed times when you suddenly become aware of an object, word or name that seems to appear everywhere you look? Maybe you can recall a time when, for example, you bought a new (or new used) car. Suddenly, you begin to notice all the other cars that are...
Feb 26, 2020 | Character of God, Christian Life, Fear & Doubt, Surrender
Years ago, some friends talked me into joining them for several weeks of salsa lessons. It was the first time I’d danced where women and men had distinct roles. The men would lead and the women would follow. Growing up as a woman in modern-day America, it was almost...
Jan 2, 2020 | Character of God, Christian Life, Fear & Doubt
What Are You Afraid of? The future? Death? Losing your job? Losing your home? I’ll never forget the year when I sensed God had pulled the rug right out from under my feet. In a span of only 30 days, I lost a job I loved, had to sell my home, the sweet little dog...
Jul 12, 2019 | Christian Life, Perseverance, Prayer
Has this ever happened to you? You wake up with your mind racing through a long to do list. You promised yourself you’d set aside more quiet time with the Lord, but other things crowd into your day so that, no matter how hard you try, you barely spend a few...
Jun 19, 2019 | Character of God, Evil & Satan & Sin, Forgiveness
All of us remember that friend in school who took meticulous notes (maybe it was you!). I confess that I’m part nerd. Perhaps that’s why I enjoy reading the gospel of Luke. Luke was a physician who kept careful notes. As a result, his gospel is rich in...