Flowers bloom, trees leaf out, grass grows and the air is filled with the songs of birds. With each new season, the church reflects on its purpose and commission from the Risen Lord. No matter how wonderful the explosion of life and color is in Spring, the believer hold hope for an even better new life. … More More Beautiful than Spring
As children of God, we should be accustomed to hearing and obeying His commands. He speaks to us in prayer, song, Scripture reading and through sermons. His voice is the final authority in our lives, both now and in eternity. We would do well not to test Him as we tested our earthly fathers. His direction is divine, His will perfect … More Daddy Gets the Final Word
For your encouragement, a poem. … More Brighter
Christians have something that the world does not. No government can overthrow the eternal hope of Christ. No bad weather can deter the Holy Spirit from reaching His people. … More Celebrate and Share
The world is watching our reactions to see if we will hit a home run, a God-honoring reaction, or if we swing and completely miss with a worldly, hateful, and hurtful reaction. Keeping a strong prayer life is essential to maintaining an eternal perspective when the world throws us a curveball. … More Prepare to Meet the Challenge of the Day
There are probably some tables that need to be zealously flipped, but more often than not, as I consider my context and station, I find it is not my job to do so. Neither is it yours. … More Of Flipping Tables and Washing Feet
When existence is steady and peaceful, it is much easier to glimpse and appreciate beauty. When life bears down and presses us under its burdens, the suggestiveness of tranquility in the near or distant past pushes through the cracks in our heart like a smoke test. … More Broken Vessels
For some, this holiday season will be the first without their husband, wife, sister, child, grandparent, beloved aunt, fun uncle, sibling-like cousin, life-long friend. The aching void left by death and separation throbs like nothing else during the holidays. I think it is supposed to feel that way. … More Good(?) Grief
