“Above everything else, guard your heart, because from it flow the springs of life.” King Solomon left us a buried treasure in the book of Proverbs: thirty-one chapters of wealth and wisdom straight from God’s heart. But to me there is one gold-nugget verse that stands out above the other gems. Proverbs 4:23 begins with these three attention-gripping words: “ABOVE … Read More
Every Soul Needs A Shepherd
Can you imagine what it would have felt like to be those shepherds on that starry night in the fields of Bethlehem: all of the sudden God’s glory lights up the sky, and His angel army, so ecstatic for us, can’t hold in the news of Jesus any longer. With all their might, they cry out, “Glory to God in … Read More
What You See Is What You Get
Many of us have become accustomed sitting in services, hearing sermons that revolve around steps—the how tos and the 1,2,3s. We want those we admire to give us the secrets to their successes and the quick fixes that will produce change in our lives. Even as ministers, there is a temptation to simply tell people, “Do this, and you’ll get … Read More
A Collision With Kindness
Many people in the world and in the church are confused about God. They are unsure if He is hard and harsh, or warm and welcoming. They wonder if He is angry or caring, not totally convinced that He is good all the time. They may not say it out loud, but for some this question lingers deep in their … Read More
Seated At His Table
“I will sit at the table You’ve prepared for me, Here I am safe from the enemy. I will feast on Your love and Your mercy, For death has lost its hold on me.” “You Restore My Soul” from the album Strength & Beauty Something exciting happened to our family in June. We moved into a new house. Something even … Read More