A Call to Christian Parents and Leaders

A Call to Christian Parents and Leaders

Here is a modern reflection of 1 Peter 5: And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. I, too, am an elder and a witness to the sufferings of Christ. And I, too, will share in his glory when he is revealed to the whole world. As a fellow elder, I appeal to...
There’s no denying His love for you

There’s no denying His love for you

Things in life change. People change. Styles change. Friendships change. Things in life can also be denied. Credit cards are denied. Jobs and loans are denied. And, yes, relationships can be denied or rejected. But there is one thing that cannot be denied: your...
YOU ARE NEVER TRULY ALONE

YOU ARE NEVER TRULY ALONE

From the very beginning, God designed us for relationship—with Him and with one another. “Then the Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.’” Genesis 2:18 Throughout Scripture, we see that God does not...
Don’t Be Just a Sunday Christian

Don’t Be Just a Sunday Christian

How’s your calendar looking? When I look at mine, August and September are packed with appointments: the dentist, dermatologist, eye doctor, Body Thermo exam, bloodwork, my annual physical, and hair appointments—twice, absolutely. Every four weeks, this gray gets...
When slowness becomes wisdom

When slowness becomes wisdom

As I sit on a plane—delayed on the runway for takeoff due to weather—I’m reading John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. My eyes move from word to word, processing sentence by sentence, and I’m reminded of something I’ve always carried: I’m a slow reader....
Time Flies

Time Flies

Has it really been two months since my last journal entry? Time flies! It’s often said to make the most of your time while you have it—and let me tell you, I did. June and July have been full in the very best way: busy days, sweet celebrations, a few hard moments, and...