Lord, I Am Weak!

Lord, I Am Weak!

Lord, I am weak! Do those words come willingly, or at your wits’ end when there’s nothing left to say or do? Do you remember Jesus’ parable about the two men who came to pray? Luke 18:10 begins just that way: Two men went up to pray… One was...
How Do You Build a Straight Highway?

How Do You Build a Straight Highway?

The route (highway?) to a successful mission is preparation. And along the side of that highway should be a number of encouraging signs! As I prepare volunteers for missions, I find myself repeating important, encouraging themes. And some of those encouraging thoughts...
Going Home – What Will It Be Like?

Going Home – What Will It Be Like?

God created a perfect home and placed Man in it. Its name was Eden. And we learn that in the book of Genesis. This post is meant to share insight as well as a big announcement! When I put together our course on Genesis, the material kept making its way into blog...
Little Things Matter!

Little Things Matter!

Have you noticed that life’s little things often give it proper perspective? Sometimes a tragic event brings perspective. Other times it’s a small act of kindness. The little things matter greatly, for good or for ill. And we can see that in a love note...
But Lord…

But Lord…

But Lord … But Lord … Those were Martha’s words to Jesus. We find them In John 11 – one of my favorite chapters in the Bible! Jesus had arrived at the home of Mary and Martha after Lazarus had died. You know the story. Jesus stood before...
Eye Test OR I Test: Will You Pass?

Eye Test OR I Test: Will You Pass?

What’s the difference between an eye test and an I test? One measures the ability to interpret visual images; the other our ability to perceive and interpret truth. And the problem with the truth is we often do not want to hear it. Have you ever been more...
Blindness, Blasphemy, Blessing, Belief

Blindness, Blasphemy, Blessing, Belief

Faith is a journey. And it is best practiced with friends! People of faith worship Jesus Christ. Ponder that. And there are places in the world where worshiping Jesus will get you killed. Why? Because worship is more than simple admiration. Worshipers actively follow...
I Am: Washed, Sent, A NOBODY!

I Am: Washed, Sent, A NOBODY!

Want to be a nobody? Are you convinced you are a nobody? Does that belief cause heartache? Is it ever great to be a nobody? Life Lessons are effectively taught by some amazing, anonymous people. Just think of them as Professor Nobody! Washed & Sent In John 9,...
Inescapable Love

Inescapable Love

God’s love is front and center in His Scriptural record. We understand His Word beginning with the simplest statements. They begin with God is and end with words like: Love Holy Merciful Good These are simple, inescapable building blocks in our understanding of...
Holden: Counting Blessings

Holden: Counting Blessings

One of the great blessings of my life and ministry is the people I get to know, work with, and watch grow. The churches and pastors engaged in this ministry are blessings in their own unique ways. And it has been my joy to watch Holden experience some of those same...