To paraphrase, because Jesus demonstrates grace toward us and provides a means of dealing with our sin and rebellion, we have a reason to have joy even when our life circumstances are not what we would like them to be.
Archives for 2024
You can’t “Just Do It”
In my youth, I found verses like these to be difficult: “because if you live according to the flesh, you are going to die. But if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all those led by God’s Spirit are God’s sons.” Romans 8:13–14, CSB The […]
Why not now?
Dare I trust that God will see me through the hardships I am called to endure? Dare I trust that somehow even the nasty things that life brings are used by God for my good and his glory?
There was Jesus
I have greatly enjoyed the song “There was Jesus” sung by Zach Williams and Dolly Parton. I thought I would use a post to share the song with you. If you are not familiar with it, here are the lyrics from the chorus: In the waiting, in the searchingIn the healing and the hurtingLike a […]
Thinking about Gideon
The story of Gideon has been on my mind all day today. If you are not familiar with Gideon, the story can be found beginning in Judges 6. In particular, I have wondered about what Gideon was feeling before the angel showed up to call him into action. I find Gideon’s response to the angel […]
Upside Down
When Jesus gathered his disciples for the last time before his death, something unexpected happened.
