Some Scripture passages feel like they should be shouted, don’t they?And some feel like they should be whispered, like a secret God is revealing, too wonderful to speak aloud. Some... Read More
Most newborns go through the same process after birth. Initial cries, baths, and tests are the first order of business, but pretty quickly it is time for the baby to... Read More
“Thy presence fills my mind with peace,Brightens the thoughts so dark erewhile,Bids cares and sad forebodings cease,Makes all things smile.”— Charlotte ElliottI took a long walk the other day. I... Read More
“What are your favorite hymns?” The woman spoke softly as she approached me after church. I was the substitute pianist, and her question was a musical ice breaker.“Like A River... Read More
(Read part 1)A quick review of the big question topic: according to Ravi Zacharias, RZIM apologist: “When you think of it, really there are four fundamental questions of life. You've... Read More
The shower was running, the music blaring, when I walked down the hall to the bedroom: “How deep is the ocean? (How high is the sky?)”* Exactly, I said to... Read More
Have you ever prayed for healing that didn’t come? Have you ever questioned if your faith was enough?I sure have. In 2011 one of my children was diagnosed with a painful,... Read More
Think about it—if Jesus had returned last Wednesday at 2:53 p.m. it would have been stunningly glorious, profound, accompanied by a huge exhaled relief from the world as we know... Read More
Would you describe yourself as "caring"? Would your friends use "caring" when thinking about you? Do you ever feel like you just can't care anymore?Think of all we have to care about:... Read More
In the midst of trouble, we cry out to God for help. As we think about God—powerful enough to save us, and loving enough to do so—it is difficult to... Read More