“God will never give us more than we can handle….” This phrase is uttered in the midst of our darkest hours; like a magical verse from the Bible reserved for those bleak situations so tragic
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Living Where Fear and Faith Collide
I’m not afraid of being in crowds and I don’t have panic attacks at the thought of going to a party. But I do spend a ridiculous amount of time worrying about what people think about me. Did they like the last blog post? (Maybe). Did I talk too much at that party? (Probably). Are my clothes so boring that I’m a good candidate for What Not to Wear? (Likely). Am I the butt of many a joke when I’m not around? (Hard to say).
Of course, the most important question is, Why do I care?
Read moreWhen I Consider the Heavens
The psalmist wrote that when he considers the heavens, the stars, the vastness of space, he wonders why God would even care for mere humans. Oddly, in our day, the prevailing thinking is that, considering
Read moreAblaze with God’s Love
Last Thanksgiving, at Cheryl’s request, we had a bonfire. She brought bags and boxes of books from her house: books about spells, sorcery, magic and witchcraft. It was scene straight out of the book of Acts. Cheryl tossed the books one by one into the flames.
Read moreBridal Secrets
She tiptoed, almost floated, down the aisle. Her smile glowed brighter than her perfectly fitted gown. She leaned in for a kiss on the cheek, and held the pose until the flash of the camera
Read moreThe Beauty in Goodbyes
Goodbyes are hard. Sometimes when you have to say goodbye it feels wrong and ugly and your heart feels like it is losing a piece. Sometimes saying goodbye can be one of the hardest things
Read moreEnough of Me
The day looms long as I lay back on my bed and pray
Until daylight filters under the door and the little one returns to cuddle.
The phone rings too early and the princess sleeps too long and I already know that
There is not enough of me today.
Speak Brother Speak
In order to regularly get the time off I needed to explain the significance of my men’s small group to my new boss. A phrase like ‘Bible Study’ might have been sufficient, but it’s oddly
Read moreI am Especially Fond of You
Recently I finally broke down and downloaded an audio copy of The Shack from my library (I love technology, don’t you?). I must admit, I’d listened to all the armchair theologians and prepared myself to
Read moreHow to Listen to a Sermon: Don’t Miss the Dolphins
Ask God, “Lord, what have you got for me today? Speak to me. I’m listening.” The Holy Spirit will deliver a personalized message if we are open to receiving it.
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