Posts tagged “God”
Pelted by pain
A young family’s picnic was suddenly shut down by rain. After they hurried to the car, Dad pointed out a tender sight. A baby…
Easter Really Happened—Historical and Logical Proof
During high school, I experienced a time of doubt. I don’t think I would have called myself an atheist, but I had questions: Is…
Do not fear! An angel is here!
I didn’t want to be critical, but it seemed like Matthew spent too much time on the Romans. If you read the last pages…
The devil won’t get you
My family was driving through Alabama on our recent spring break trip when a billboard on I-65 suggested: “GO TO CHURCH! Or the Devil…
The only enduring thing
I bet what breaks your heart, maybe more than anything, is when something doesn’t endure forever. Like when you finally have a little money…
No matter what
I’ve had this repetitive thought in my mind lately. It’s a question, really. It shows up every time I say “I’m so blessed” in…
Persist in prayer
Have you ever had an interaction with a toddler play out like this? “Mom, can I have a fruit snack?” “Well, you already had…
Unbreakable
In the humid climate of the Caribbean, closed-toe shoes were something I only wore under duress, like when I had to renew my visa…
Search me, God
Someone hurts you, and you’re embarrassed, wounded, and betrayed. You tell yourself and others that you’ve forgiven them, but you nurture your grievance deep…
Your (extra)ordinary Savior
Did you know that one of the most common names for Jewish boys in Jesus’ time was Jesus? I’m not making that up. Check…
Revival!
Asbury University in Kentucky made the news a few weeks ago. After a chapel service on February 8, students stayed to sing and pray…
Remind me, Lord
In these times, feeling safe and secure can seem like a relic of the past. Perhaps we used to be able to brush off…