“‘Everything is possible for one who believes.’ Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, ‘I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!’” (Mark 9:23-24 NIV). A friend recently texted and asked me to join her in praying for a miracle. She sent me a list with specific dates and a few details. As each day on the…
I was nine years old when a toned-down version of HBO’s Tales from the Crypt began airing on network television, and I was absolutely terrified of the opening sequence. The old black-and-white TV in my childhood bedroom had two knobs on it but, alas, no remote control. If and when said super creepy TV show…
Psalm 18:2 tells us, “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer” (NIV). At some point in all of our lives, we will most likely come face to face with fear. We will need the knowledge in Psalm 18:2 when we do. And despite the fact that we may know God is with…
This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24 ESV) Have you ever been in a season of waiting? I’m sure you have. We all have. My husband and I have been in a season of waiting for fourteen years. Our dream since we were married has been…
For much of the United States, the month of May is considered summertime. Here on the northern plains, though, May is a month caught between spring and summer. One day the sun shines warmly on my back as I plant small seeds in my freshly tilled garden in a tank top. The next day a…
Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. (James 5:7–8 ESV) Winter…