“Deep down, our root desire is really about longing for the experience of real love, that somebody would know us totally and at the same time love us completely.” – Jared C. Wilson What is the worst thing you have ever done? How many people have you told about it? The majority of us would say none,Continue reading “Flashback Friday – To Be Fully Known and Fully Loved”
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Flashback Friday – Why Am I Being Tempted and is God Responsible?
Temptation is a common occurrence for humanity. We are tempted to break our diet by that delicious looking morsel of chocolate; we are tempted to sleep in an extra half hour instead of hitting the gym; we are tempted to buy a new item we know we don’t really need. But where does temptation comeContinue reading “Flashback Friday – Why Am I Being Tempted and is God Responsible?”
Flashback Friday – Room for Doubt
A woman wept alone in her hotel room—a crumpled heap in the middle of the bed, only able to grip the sheets in agony. Each tear assaulted her like a tidal wave of doubt. Her face contorted from crying out as she faced her dilemma: she had been following Christ for many years now, butContinue reading “Flashback Friday – Room for Doubt”
Faithful Follower
Have you ever found yourself somewhere you didn’t want to be? Life takes an unexpected turn, and suddenly, the hopes and plans we had give way to rough circumstances or a particularly long, difficult season of life. Now, what if those unfavorable circumstances are the result of someone else’s sin—either against us or in ourContinue reading “Faithful Follower”
In Jesus’ Name
Perhaps the most misunderstood three words in the English language are in Jesus’ name. Some people use these words like an incantation over wishes they want to come true. To others, it’s nothing more than an empty phrase they were taught to say as a kid in church—they don’t really know why they say it,Continue reading “In Jesus’ Name”
Peace – Advent 2023
And he shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the LORD,in the majesty of the name of the LORD his God.And they shall dwell secure, for now he shall be greatto the ends of the earth.And he shall be their peace. (Micah 5:4–5) The prophet Micah spoke of a great shepherd andContinue reading “Peace – Advent 2023”
Flashback Friday – The Dangerous Deception
Satan has been sowing seeds of deceit in my family. This is not surprising or unique to us because Satan is a liar and the father of lies (John 8:44) and he prowls around like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour (1 Peter 5:8). Sometimes he uses the same old things; sometimes he usesContinue reading “Flashback Friday – The Dangerous Deception”
Joy – Advent 2023
Newborn babies always bring an unspeakable joy, a light behind the eyes, a glow of warmth to the heart of the one who holds them. Mary and Joseph no doubt felt this joy as they held their newborn son, Jesus. But the advent of Jesus brought a new understanding of joy. Joy is not onlyContinue reading “Joy – Advent 2023”
Flashback Friday – Let the Nations Be Glad . . . That’s What She Wanted
Here I am at CROSS Conference in Indianapolis, taking a youth group to hear about God’s plan for missions. It is here that I am struck with thoughts of my friend, Danielle. Why do I miss her so much more when I’m at a missions conference? Maybe it’s because she spent a year of herContinue reading “Flashback Friday – Let the Nations Be Glad . . . That’s What She Wanted”
Love – Advent 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. There’ll be holiday greetings and friends coming to call. It’s the time of year to throw around phrases like Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, to be of good cheer to every cashier and barista in sight. But what does it mean when we wish someone a MerryContinue reading “Love – Advent 2023”
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