Posts tagged “Holy Spirit”
I have great news
My husband and I recently became grandparents for the first time. I can’t seem to stop telling everyone the amazing news, to the point…
Think about the gospel
When I was studying to become a pastor, my professors would often remind me, “Preach the gospel every time.” Why were they so passionate…
Give up!
Most motivational speakers will encourage you never to give up, to hang in there and fight. May I suggest that plenty of things in…
A lesson in contentment
In July 2021, an F-1 tornado struck half a mile from our house, leaving a trail of destruction multiple miles long. Thanks to weather…
Joy of salvation
“For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of…
Think again
A few months ago, my mom won an award from the Rotary Club of Madison, Wisconsin. The rotary folks invited our family to a…
A strange kind of joy
Have you ever thanked God for helping you grow through times of testing? Listen in on this prayer of thanks and praise to God…
In it to win it
“Do you not know that when runners compete in the stadium, they all run, but only one receives the prize? Run like that—to win”…
Called out, not kicked out
If I were Jesus, I would have eaten the Lord’s Supper alone. Why? Because I would have kicked out all the apostles long before…
A double-edged sword
A parody of the game show Jeopardy had guests who were not the brightest misreading the categories, much to the frustration of the host….
Stop playing it safe
I am a safety-holic and don’t take enough risks. I asked some guys at church if they wear safety glasses for yard chores like…
Keep the party going
Is there a party in your future? A graduation, wedding, anniversary, or retirement? Do you know what makes a party successful? Planning, people, some…