Sleepless in Egypt
Sleep struggles are universal, and the modern quest for the perfect night’s rest, whether through gadgets, medications, or routines, can be a reminder that true peace comes from surrendering to God's control.
Joseph’s Journey: From Prideful Dreams to God’s Purpose
Joseph’s path from a proud young man to a humble servant of God teaches us that humility is often cultivated through hardship and dependence on God. His transformation highlights how struggles can refine our character and deepen our understanding of God's hand in our lives.
The possibilities in praying like Mary and Joseph—and Jesus!
I wonder if Mary and Joseph might have prayed this psalm regularly. I can imagine them praying these verses over Jesus as he slept each evening.
Why the Joseph story shows God can use even someone like you!
If God can use Joseph, I am pretty sure he can use you and me, too, if we simply say we trust him and follow where he leads.
One story to show the surprising way God works to do his will
When I concentrate on the story of Judah, I’m struck anew at the remarkable ways God works in our world.
Whether or not your tree is down, God’s offer to you remains
Some find any celebration of Jesus as little more than an irritant. But for us who believe, Christmas is only the beginning of his offer to us.
I’m learning what the Bible teaches: God specializes in ‘slim to none’
We have all seen moments with chances best described as “slim to none.” Many of these result in the predicted outcome. In Scripture we see many situations where, from a human perspective, we would agree that the main characters were facing slim-to-none possibilities for survival or success.