Posts tagged “Purpose”
Together is better
My family likes to hike—serious hikes with 50 pounds of gear on our backs and covering several miles before stopping for the day, setting…
The heavenly Father’s got this
If you have children, are you a fretting parent? I’m mainly chilled out, but I’ve also been known to—as I call it—panic pray. As…
Why children?
Something must be in the water, because lately a whole slew of young married couples have gotten pregnant at our church. I’ve warned them…
Using the unexpected
In Judges 3 the Israelites finally cried out to God for deliverance from wicked King Eglon. God heard their cries and sent a man…
Who needs help?
Have you ever read the book of Judges? It’s a fascinating read full of unlikely heroes. That’s what a judge is in this Bible…
Back to school
This is my least favorite time of year. In Michigan where we live, this is the time all the kids go back to school….
Beware of burrowing
There’s a saying that goes like this: “Once is chance. Twice is coincidence. Three times is a pattern.” If that’s true, there’s been a…
Moms, you are valuable to Jesus
“Mary … sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations. … ‘Martha, Martha,’ the…
Four reasons we need each other
Do you have a personal relationship with Jesus? That’s not necessarily a bad question. Our heavenly Father has no grandchildren. You can’t be a…
This little light of mine
A little boy forgot his lines in a Christmas program. His mother was in the front row to prompt him. She gestured and formed…
Leaving a legacy
Life is temporary. Life is short. What are you living for? Mark Twain once said, “The two most important days in your life are…
Fostering friendship leads to happiness
“If you had to make one life choice, right now, to set yourself on the path to future health and happiness, what would it…