The Night Love Was Born
My friend Debbie Beck has a beautiful take on Christmas that reflects my own heart. I hope her enthusiasm encourages you as well: I love Christmas! Let me say it again in case you missed it… I LOVE Christmas! I love the Christmas story. I love Mary and Joseph and baby Jesus. I love the angels, [...]
You Don’t Have to Perform
One of my favorite quotes ever is: “The wheel’s still spinning, but the hamster’s dead” (author unknown). I think it speaks to me because my [...]
True Identity
Does the Bible say we're just sinners saved by grace? No, it actually doesn’t. No-fault religion has taught men to say that. The Bible says, "For [...]
A New Measuring Stick
I'm not much of a roller coaster gal, but I've been to plenty of amusement parks in my life (mostly for the food!) and I've [...]
Learning To Receive
Victor Hugo said, “You can give without loving, but you can never LOVE without giving.” Isn't this so true? Giving can come in all forms: [...]
Cricket Mentalities
I recently told you righteousness is God’s RIGHT SYSTEM. The real definition of righteousness is right-standing with God; the ability to stand before Him without [...]
A Mean Trick of the Enemy
So let’s talk about condemnation. Number one, it’s a mean trick of the devil. Number two, it’s a self-pronounced sentence of guilt (meaning, it's fed [...]
God’s Guidance System
If your car doesn't have a built-in GPS, your smart phone probably does. It’s your map or guidance system (to keep you on the right [...]
A Great Trade
Beautiful GodLaying Your majesty asideYou reached out in love to show me lifeLifted from darkness into lightKing for a slaveTrading Your righteousness for shame These [...]
What They Asked For
Easter: a time when Christians everywhere remember, and celebrate, their Savior being raised from the dead. It is through His death, burial, and resurrection, that [...]
