I am so humbled and grateful that you would stop by and spend some time here. It's possible that you want to know a little bit about me. The most important thing you should know is that I am a born-again Christian. But beyond that, I'm a Christ-follower–or I try to be, as His grace keeps working to conform my stubborn heart to His. Which can be a slow process, and sometimes a painful one. But ... Read More about Hi there!
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Seasons of Struggle
Sometimes I grow so weary of struggling. Struggling with self-control. Struggling against temptation. Struggling to prefer others. Struggling with the limitations of my body. Struggling with fatigue. Struggling against obstacles. Struggling against culture. Struggling in ministry. Struggling in relationships. More often than not, life seems to be one long struggle, and I can get so … Read More about Seasons of Struggle
Faith is a Gift of God, Not of Works
Perhaps you’re familiar with the story of Ruth in the Bible. She’s well-known for her bold marriage proposal to Boaz, and she’s an ancestor of Jesus Christ according to the genealogy found in the first chapter of Matthew (1:5). I was rereading the little book of Ruth recently; the whole thing is just four chapters, … Read More about Faith is a Gift of God, Not of Works
A Tribute to a Barnabas in My Life
I’ve been trying to write this for days, but there really aren’t words to convey what my friend Albin has meant to me. This won’t do him justice. I had the joy of playing with Albin in our church orchestra for almost thirty years. (That’s a long time to serve alongside someone no matter what, … Read More about A Tribute to a Barnabas in My Life
A Regular Jesus-Lover’s View of Racial Injustice
Social justice. Marxism. Critical race theory. Liberalism. Wokeness. Progressivisim. These are labels some have applied in the context of our current social climate, signifying perspectives that are anti-gospel. These labels are often affixed with the intent to discredit cries for racial justice. I’m not an expert or a scholar. I don’t fully comprehend these labels … Read More about A Regular Jesus-Lover’s View of Racial Injustice
Why It Matters That Jesus Was Perfect
The fact that Jesus Christ led a sinless life, that in fact Jesus was perfect, is well-known to His followers. Peter said, “He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth” (1 Peter 2:22). John said, “You know that he appeared in order to take away sins, and in him there is no sin” (1 John … Read More about Why It Matters That Jesus Was Perfect
Praying the Scriptures: Prayers of Thanksgiving
Aren’t you glad offering prayers of Thanksgiving isn’t restricted to a single day of the year? It’s especially so for Christians. Acknowledging our Creator and Sustainer, the One to whom we owe our everything, is a privilege we’re free to indulge in all year long. And the really wonderful thing is that we can give … Read More about Praying the Scriptures: Prayers of Thanksgiving
How to Have Self-Control Sexually
One of the most common questions I get from readers is about self-control, specifically how to have self-control sexually. “I know it’s wrong, but I just can’t seem to control myself.” “I’m far from God right now because I constantly struggle with sexual immorality, especially pornography.” “Please tell me: how can I overcome sexual temptation?” … Read More about How to Have Self-Control Sexually
10 Scriptures for Hurting Hearts
Is your heart broken? God is so kind to offer comfort from His Word, and we can find many Bible verses for hurting hearts. After all, this sin-smeared planet is a painful one. It’s a place where vulnerable hearts and sensitive spirits are easily wounded, left battered and bruised by sin and its effects. Sometimes my … Read More about 10 Scriptures for Hurting Hearts
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