The other night on the evening news, I heard a doctor talking about taking care of our emotional health. Depression, anxiety, and generalized stress are all on the rise. Mental health experts and physicians alike are all concerned about the … Read More
When Jesus invited us to pray, “Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10), what was He getting at? Jesus talked about His kingdom a lot. He said things like… “Blessed are … Read More
I remember that night so well. Swatting unwelcome mosquitoes, I knelt and prayed in the African hospital next to my 18-month-old daughter’s crib. Bethany was sick, very sick. The doctors at the hospital felt baffled and unsure of what to … Read More
There have been seasons in my life where I have been left completely baffled by God’s timing. My questions have ranged from, “Why now?” to, “Why not now and for how long?” Likely, you’ve been there as well. Sometimes we’re … Read More
I hope you’ve heard by now about the revival that is happening at Asbury College. It’s been all over the news. It started after a typical chapel service when three students knelt at the altar to repent and pray. However, … Read More
It’s ironic. As I write this, I’m sitting in O’Hare airport in Chicago. Hardly a place of rest. This airport is one of the busiest in the world. However, I’ve found a quiet little place to write this week’s devotional … Read More
The other night we had a few of our grandsons over for dinner. Gathered around spaghetti and brownies, we had a conversation about prayer. Two of the little guys, both age 7, reflected on prayer being something you do at … Read More
Every year between Christmas and New Year’s Day, I take a day for prayer and personal reflection. Honestly, it’s become one of my favorite days of the year! The prophet Isaiah wrote, “See, I am doing a new thing! Now … Read More
The theme of the fourth week of Advent is love. When we light the fourth candle on the Advent wreath we are reminded that Love Incarnate came for us. The Apostle John reminds us that, “This is love: not that … Read More
The third week of Advent is the week of joy. But, for many, the holidays bring up many feelings, but joy is not one of them. Stress, financial pressure, hurry, strained family relationships, and unmet expectations can choke the joy … Read More
