The Joy of Correction
When we talk about the things of God, I am deeply aware of the richness of Jesus living in me and the chastening that comes from my Lord. Read more
Contentment
Is It Dusty In Here?
Our story in human history will close. Nevertheless, we are much loved by God. We are offered eternal life in God’s kingdom through Jesus. And out of His love, we are given and provisioned with a role designed just for each of us. Read more
This is the way you should go
Nevertheless, through Jesus, we always find peace and good news. And we should remember that, in His own time, God moves rapidly. Read more
Soul Insulation
Just as a house or office needs insulation to keep out the extremes of weather, so we as Christians need insulation to maintain a barrier between what the Holy Spirit is working within us and what our society is attempting to stifle within us. Read more
Why do the nations rage?
The incident is recorded at full length because it is the first of a long and bloody series, in order that succeeding generations might learn their true weapon and their sure defense – prayer. Read more
Good to me
Without a relationship with Jesus we have little hope for answered prayer for we will have ignored God’s greatest gift to us, How sad my life would be without God’s goodness to me. Read more
Well worn paths
On the tougher trails we always looked for the well-worn paths, handholds, and footholds since, before us, these had proven their value to many that had tackled those difficult trails. Read more
Commitment
“You do not want to leave too, do you?” Jesus asked the Twelve. (John 6:67 NIV) Read more
Are we on task?
I have known a person of letters for many years. I met him when I was in high school, and he worked with my dad. As it happened, despite my youth, we were friends, and we often talked about a book he was writing. We discussed his progress and the excellent feedback he received from his publisher as he sent completed chapters in for review. He was quite excited, as was I. He was excited because he saw the unfolding of his vision and I because it was fun to hear his good news and to learn the process for … Read more