If you were in a burning building and a firefighter appeared and called, “Follow me! I’ll show you the way out,” would you doubt him? Of course not!
Read MoreHas God ever called you into a situation that was uncomfortable, or even dangerous?
Read MoreIf you are one of those people who welcomes change in your life, then you probably look forward eagerly to what this new year will bring. The thing is, we usually welcome change only when it is change we want.
Read MoreThere’s an amazing story in the book of John about Jesus’s interaction with a woman who’s caught in adultery. She’s brought to Jesus by a group of leaders, and they say to Jesus, “What do you say to this woman?”
Read MoreHappy New Year! This is a time when it is usual to reflect on life.
Read MoreMartin Luther King Jr. famously said, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” The words “light” and “love” seem to mean different things to different people these days.
Read MoreThe very first words attributed to God in Genesis 1 are, “Let there be light.” It says that God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness.
Read MoreThere is a pretty common misconception that following Jesus means giving up the “fun stuff” of life and embracing a bunch of rules. But this couldn’t be further from the truth.
Read MoreDo you know that there is an enemy of your soul? Maybe that thought makes you feel unsettled, almost scared.
Read MoreAn older man I know recently retired. He went from working daily, to being unsure of how to fill his time.
Read MoreOn the night of Jesus’ birth, the descendants of King David packed the rooms of Bethlehem’s inns. Yet it was not to any of these VIPs that God sent His angel to announce the birth of the Savior.
Read MoreGod created rest. Did you know that? God, Himself rested.
Read MoreI love receiving Christmas cards that have a picture of a cozy house nestled in banks of pristine snow. It looks so inviting and welcoming, with every window glowing.
Read MoreOver and over again in the Bible Jesus tells people who He has healed or helped to return home and tell how much God has done. Here is the question: Has God helped you?
Read MoreThe story of Christ’s birth is a story of promise, hope, and a revolutionary love. So what happened?
Read MoreLife, as we experience it, is full of broken promises and unfulfilled expectations. Products that are advertised as life-changing turn out to be nothing of the sort.
Read MoreHave you ever said to God, “Where are You? If You had been here this would not have happened?” I have.
Read MoreI know people who are angry with God because they prayed for something and didn’t receive it. But we have to remember that God is not a magic genie.
Read MoreListen to these words of Jesus in Luke 6: “Give away your life; you’ll find life given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way.” This is called “God’s economy.” The beautiful paradox that’s the kingdom of God.
Read MoreIn the interest of always being prepared for any contingency, I sometimes think about what I should try to save if ever our house catches on fire. What is most valuable? What matters the most to us?
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