Weak and Empty
The thought captivated me. “More than knowing Him, God wants me to need Him.” I know Him. Do I need Him? Do I acknowledge that need? On a regular basis I need direction, hope, courage, healing, truth, …
Protective Custody
And a sword will pierce your own soul, too. Luke 2:35 That’s quite a prediction for a young teen who was up round-the-clock satisfying the hunger pains of the Son of God packaged as her new born babe. …
Let Freedom Ring
“I have to…” “I have to _____.” Fill in the blank. It’s a dangerous phrase. Common, yes. Necessary, at times. But taxing, even toxic in the world of December overload. Bound, hard and fast, to the emotional expectations …
On Coffins & the Spirit-Led Life
Jesus is the poster-child for the Spirit-led life. “Out of my league,” is my initial response. He’s God. I’m not. Ask my family. They will verify, in flowing narrative, the degree of my fallen nature. As a …
Prayerless wonder
Convicted. Again. I am a prayerless wonder. I have learned of yet another Kingdom worker who spends hours (HOURS) on his knees before entering his day. And it shows – in his heart, his hope, his vision, …
Servant Leadership – Part 2.
At this website we spend a lot of time challenging each other to embrace the God-ordained rewards of a guilt-free rest. It’s a counter-cultural commitment and requires accountability and encouragement every step of the way. This is …
The art and soul of no
For me, this is a season of no. It’s painful. Because of Joe’s post-op decline and second hospitalization, my life is full of many professional and personal no’s. I haven’t posted a new blog in eons. I …
Productivity
How do I get more done? Answer: Work fewer hours. Before you let out a guttural scream, peek at the article below. I think you’ll enjoy this article by Sean Kim (March 11, 2014) as much as …
Two Truths for Hard Times
The question at hand – How do I rest when the bottom falls out? Two truths will take us far. This week I have had to live them. Most of you know our son, Josh (20), is …