The Scandalous, Wondrous Cross
As Christians, we are familiar with the symbolism of the cross. But I was recently challenged to look at it through a historical lens and I saw a beauty I had not considered before. Every historian will tell you crucifixion was the most brutal kind of death by torture. It [...]
Tis the Season
What is it about putting up a few twinkle lights and decorations that make us breathe a little slower and smile a little more? I [...]
Love Covers
As I was contemplating whether I should share something with someone or not, the Holy Spirit whispered to my heart: My grace in you helps [...]
Letting Go of Self-Doubt
"For what the world says is wisdom is actually foolishness in God's eyes. As it is written: The cleverness of the know-it-alls becomes the trap [...]
Position Yourself to See and Receive
How many times has the grace of God appeared, as if out of nowhere, to help us? I can think of so many times when [...]
Loving the Friend in our Mirror
As Christians, we know God has called us to reflect Him to the world and to each other in love, kindness, strength, peace, and so [...]
The Simple Warfare
Are you a note-taker? Do you like to write in journals? I realize not everyone is, but I stumbled on something that made me pause [...]
The Hidden Power Within
We become what we believe about ourselves-- not what others say, or even what God says, but what we say and believe about the person [...]
Beyond Mere Words
Deeply or sincerely felt. As I read through a handful of prayer requests, I was reminded of a verse in the Book of James: "The [...]
Nevertheless: A Simple Reminder
I think a lot about the tug-of-war between our spirit and our soul. The Bible helps us understand that humans are made up of 3 [...]
