For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father ...
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) ...
The Lord is not slow to fulfill His promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but ...
“Why does this always happen to me?” Bradley had fallen a second time on his bicycle, his 7-year old, 72-pound frame tangled up in steel ...
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time He may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on Him, ...
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. ...
While they were traveling, [Jesus] entered a village, and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister named Mary, who ...
But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled… (1 Peter 3:14) The ...
To accept the world as it is without losing hope; this is the great journey of adulthood and maturity. To accept people for who they ...
Two years ago today, my wife and I said “I do,” and we’re not doing a thing to celebrate. Why not? First, we both work ...
While everyone was amazed at all the things He was doing, He told His disciples, “Let these words sink in: The Son of Man is ...
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of ...
Peter and those with him were in a deep sleep, and when they became fully aware, they saw His glory and the two men who ...
The Parable of the Sower and the Soils As a large crowd was gathering, and people were flocking to Him from every town, [Jesus] said ...
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to ...
“For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end – it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay.” -Habakkuk 2:3 What comfort in times of waiting! When all around us seems stagnant and dead, when …
TOPICS: habakkuk, patience, prayer, vision, waiting
“Why do You idly look at traitors and remain silent when the wicked swallows up the man more righteous than he?” -Habakkuk 1:13b Judas was a traitor, used of God to fulfill His purposes (John 17:12). What of him? Consider the pagan conqueror Cyrus, “whose right hand I [the LORD] …
TOPICS: bible, contemplations, habakkuk, justice, sovereignty
How much is a pink coat worth? $7.99 on eBay? $94.99, also on eBay? My friend Ruth brought in this pink winter coat as a part of our last-minute coat drive for children in Moldova. We have only until Wednesday afternoon (November 10th) to collect coats, hats, pairs of boots …
TOPICS: charity, children, coats, helping, involvement, Moldova, orphans, outreach, poor
This winter, orphaned children in Moldova will freeze solid in the night, never to wake up again. I found this out in a phone call from a friend, who sent me an e-mail, which directed me to this website, where I learned that I can actually DO SOMETHING about it. …
TOPICS: charity, children, Moldova, serving
We weren’t going anywhere. Stuck sitting in a Thursday morning traffic jam is not a fun thing when you have places to go and people to meet. That’s probably what prompted the white pickup truck behind me to finally pull off the road and begin making his way brashly through …
TOPICS: Observations, patience, shortcuts, traffic
TOPICS: holiness, isolation, Leviticus
She was only trying to help. I smiled at the girl behind the counter at the cafe as she filled up my sun-colored mug with fresh, black coffee. Everything looked fine at first, the hot liquid steaming from the mug, delightful aroma filling the air, and she was quite generous …
TOPICS: cafe, coffee, contentment, excess, Observations
I have the cutest picture of my 10-month-old second cousin Garrett trying to eat a cardboard coaster. The thing I love about it is that he doesn’t worry about whether or not the coaster actually CAN be eaten, much less whether or not it SHOULD be. He just goes ahead …
TOPICS: adventure, children, eating, risk
The World Market food section is a lovely place for the senses. I am walking through a cornucopia of brightly colored packages of marzipan and imported biscotti, surrounded by the scent of exotic teas and coffees from other lands. All of a sudden, my senses dim and center on a …
TOPICS: chocolate, food, Observations, pleasures, waiting
I am surrounded by water. A sky of cobalt is above me, rays of morning sun stream through the space between downtown high rises, and all around this concrete jetty are the black lapping waves of the Caloosahatchee River. A cool breeze nudges the tinkling wind chimes on the deck …
TOPICS: contemplation, nature, Observations, prayer, water
