Today, this scripture has been fulfilled just as you heard it.” (Luke 4:21 CEB) The summer after high school, I performed a concert for my church. For probably an hour on a Sunday evening, I sang and played the piano and gave some testimony. I thought I could sing like Sandi Patty. Reader, I could…
A few years ago, I walked through a difficult misunderstanding with a loved one. No matter what I did, I could not convince them of my innocence, nor did any sort of verbal wrangling help them understand things from my perspective. To be misunderstood is to experience some of the greatest pain in our lives….
What if he never has a meaningful friendship? The question rolled my heart thin as the reality of my son’s disability took root. To me, the mark of a good life was one full of rich, deep, meaningful relationships. My heart ached for what might never be for my red-headed, curly-topped son. It’s not just…
In the northern latitudes, winter is dark. It is also cold and windy, but it is the long, persistent darkness that can overwhelm me. With sixteen hours of darkness each day, I cling to light in every form. Candles, lamps, and wood fires can all draw me close and soothe my soul. It’s not just…
Father God, “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Ps. 23:1 ESV) You are the Lord who is my shepherd. And so I come to you as Yahweh, your personal name that reflects the depth of your faithful character, the strength of your self-sufficient power, and your great love for me. You are…
If a prophet sent by God told you that whatever you’re going through would be used for a greater purpose, I’d bet you a million dollars you’d leave the conversation mid-sentence. Not only would you leave the conversation, but you’d wonder, Is this really happening? You’d think to yourself, This person is crazy. Whatever angel…