Much could be said about the state of our nation today. Tensions abound. Hatred is rampant. Evil is seemingly unrestrained. There are many opinions about the cause of our problems. But what it boils down to is sin. There are also many opinions about the solution to our problems. But what it boils down to … Read More about A Prayer for a Broken Nation
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Staying True to Your Faith While You’re On Vacation
I’m a creature of habit, one who loves structure and thrives on it. Part of this is from pure and simple necessity; after all, trying to care for the needs of six kids while navigating life without some kind of structure is a recipe for complete chaos. But I’ve also found that structure is one … Read More about Staying True to Your Faith While You’re On Vacation
The Antidote for Spiritual Defeat
“Please pray for me. I’m struggling with spiritual defeat.” It’s the email message I receive more than any other. No, not everyone uses those exact words. In fact, I’m pretty sure no one has ever made that precise statement. But the sentiment is there nonetheless. You see, sometimes spiritual defeat looks like discouragement. Other times … Read More about The Antidote for Spiritual Defeat
The Four Pillars of Your Identity in Christ
I don’t know about you, but I am constantly inundated with messages about who I am. Messages from within: I can’t do anything right. No one likes me. I will never be able to overcome this. Messages from others: You’re not worth my time. I can’t believe you did that. If you don’t see things … Read More about The Four Pillars of Your Identity in Christ
What Does the Bible Say About Judging?
“Who are you to judge?” “Christians are called to love others and not judge.” “The Bible says not to judge!” “Let him who is without sin cast the first stone!” Sound familiar? These are the rallying cries of those who reject the so-called “judgment” of Christians who hold to the Bible’s standards of right and … Read More about What Does the Bible Say About Judging?
Practical Ways to Care for Orphans
Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Psalm 82:3 Most Christians are aware that God wants us to take care of orphans. The Bible contains multiple commands like this one from Psalms, urging God’s people to act on behalf of the fatherless. And thanks to advances in technology, we’re more … Read More about Practical Ways to Care for Orphans
The Worship God Loves
I’ve recently spent some time in the book of Isaiah – just the first couple of chapters so far. But wow, have I been challenged. As I read and pondered and read some more in Isaiah chapter one, I was struck somber over what God told Israel to do. Or rather, what He told them to … Read More about The Worship God Loves
3 Lessons in Wisdom From the Magi
I’m a ponderer, by nature. I tend to think deeply, often digging beneath the surface and sometimes even questioning things I’ve always assumed to be true. I recently found myself pondering the wise men, wondering about these mysterious magi from the east. Who were they? What were they like? And did they really live up … Read More about 3 Lessons in Wisdom From the Magi
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