“Know therefore today that he who goes over before you as a consuming fire is the Lord your God.” Deuteronomy 9:3 (ESV) When the Israelites were to enter the promised land of Canaan the first time, they should have been bold and gone up as instructed. Instead, they carefully evaluated the circumstances and figured out […]
Triangular Communication
In some social systems (families in particular) it is customary to participate in triangular communication. I grew up in such a family and have much experience with this ineffective communication style. In my family, this type of communication was the go-to means of passing on information, especially when there was a need to confront an […]
A Heart Song
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.
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 […]
