An Encounter With Stones
He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities. Isaiah 53:5 After centuries of war and destruction, the modern...
It Takes Time to Grow
Speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. Ephesians...
Not Fear but Faith
The Lord is with us. Do not be afraid of them. Numbers 14:9 “My husband was offered a promotion in another country, but I feared leaving...
Life to the Full
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 When I stopped by to visit my sister’s family, my nephews...
Driven by God
May he turn our hearts to him, to walk in obedience to him. 1 Kings 8:58 A few months ago I received an email inviting me to join a...
A Reason to Sing
Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises. Psalm 47:6 Singing changes the brain! Some studies show that...
Expect and Extend Mercy
God, have mercy on me, a sinner. Luke 18:13 When I complained that a friend’s choices were leading her deeper into sin and how her...
Defending God
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 The anti-God bumper stickers covering the car seized the...
The Advocate
When he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. John 16:13 As I boarded the airplane to study in a city a...
The Fire in your Heart
A warning should be offered about the fire in your heart. Left unchecked, it can burst into a hungry flame and consume all that is...