As parents, grandparents, Aunts and Uncles… we are our kids’ biggest prayer warriors. What a holy privilege! As I’ve been thinking about this and considering the fact that so many kids are headed back to school in just a few … Read More
Recently, a friend reminded me of Rembrandt’s painting of Jesus asleep in the boat with the disciples. In case you’re unfamiliar with the painting, it brilliantly depicts the chaos of the scene. The disciples appear to be hanging on for … Read More
This past week the media outlets were all abuzz with the Simone Biles story. Simone chose to withdraw from the women’s gymnastics team events and individual events at the Olympics because of her mental health. Newscasters have had a variety … Read More
Early this morning, I read these words from the Psalmist, David, “The LORD reigns forever; he has established his throne for judgment. He rules the world in righteousness and judges the people with equity. The LORD is a refuge for … Read More
Unity is a big deal to God. The Psalmist wrote, “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity” (Psalm 133:1). Much later, a day before Jesus would be crucified, He knelt in the Garden of … Read More
The other day as I was driving through town, I was listening to “Promises” by Maverick City Music. What a great reminder of all that God has promised us as His children. He is a faithful God who keeps every … Read More
The other morning, I read these words in the book of Proverbs, “I am weary, God, but I can prevail” (Proverbs 30:1b). As I read those verses, my mind went to several friends I know who are walking through dark … Read More
I am no stranger to anxiety. Honestly, I’ve battled this enemy since childhood. I distinctly remember many nights as a young parent when worry and fear would grip my heart. I worried that I was being too hard or too … Read More
Have you noticed? People are smiling again. In many states, as people have gotten vaccinated, the mask mandate has been lifted. I think many have wrestled with loneliness during the pandemic. Loneliness is the ache in our souls to feel … Read More
This past week, I had the opportunity to speak to a group of leaders who are going into ministry. The passage the Lord laid on my heart was Hebrews 12:1-2, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud … Read More
