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 … [Continue reading]
Why not now?
See if these words give voice to what you might be feeling as you watch or read your favorite news outlet: “How long, Lord, must I call for help and you do not listen or cry out to you about violence and you do not save? Why do you force me to … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]
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 … [Continue reading]
Upside Down
When Jesus gathered his disciples for the last time before his death, something unexpected happened as recorded in John 13: “Jesus knew that the Father had given everything into his hands, that he had come from God, and that he was going back to … [Continue reading]
Dealing with the brokenness
On my walk this morning, I was thinking and praying about all the brokenness in and around me. Specifically, I think of all the injustice I encounter and how our culture condones and sometimes even promotes it. I started to build a list of some of … [Continue reading]
