Deciding what to think—and do—about an issue that hasn’t gone away
What does it mean that, at this late date, I still don’t fully grasp what life is like for my African-American friend?
How to overcome the easy slide from gratitude to grumbling
What’s the distance between grateful and grumpy? Based on what I’ve seen, it’s not very far. You can judge yourself for yourself, but let me speak about my own situation.
Why and how God makes us more welcome even than a valued guest
We may visit lovely and comfortable destinations on earth, but God has created a place where we can live with him forever.
Two who are remembered now because of what money meant to them then
One night. Two different decisions. Two lasting legacies. We wonder which of our decisions will have such an impact.
How you can know when “close enough” is still too far from God
Physical proximity to Jesus didn’t guarantee that those around him were really close. What can we do to be sure we’re not far away from God?
What if things get worse, not better, after you answer God’s call?
Answering God’s call can lead you to please him, but sometimes, at least for a while, it makes your life more difficult. How to cope when obedience brings suffering.
Sunday review: February 1-6
How does God prepare us to do his will? How does he sustain us when we’re seeking to submit our life to his purposes? How does he give us hope and peace when life goes wrong? This week’s posts deal with issues that can help you walk with confidence and joy. Remember them and share them today!
What’s different, and what’s the same, when death invades today
A preacher remembers Covid-19 funerals and his experience with the grieving at the many gravesides where he has presided.
How I believe Moses was prepared to lead in impossible situations
The fascinating story of Moses begins before where we sometimes think—with three strong women who filled important roles in his unusual family of origin.
Born of oppression, raised in privilege, Moses shows us God at work
The story of Moses is a story of God at work to relieve the oppression of his people. We can look at Moses and wonder how God will use us to do something similar.
How to make sure there’s room for Jesus to walk around with you
Have you noticed Jesus walking around lately? From creation, God has wanted his presence to be known by his people.
A story to show why it’s OK if unbelief accompanies our faith
The father said, "I believe, but help my unbelief." And we may say those words ourselves.
The fog of politics will never provide what only Jesus promises
Jesus warned his disciples against getting caught up in the political system that was attacking him. His words give us reason to ponder our situation today.
Sunday review: January 25-30
Pondering the mysteries of God. Choosing your decisions as you live with his grace. This week’s posts point us to him and his will. Follow the links to remember how they’ve helped you this week.
One story to show the surprising way God works to do his will
This year as I’ve read through Genesis I’ve concentrated on the story of Judah. And I’ve been struck anew at the remarkable ways God works in our world.
My five questions to help anyone grow a productive Christian life
The secret is in the soil! And like good farmers, productive Christians give attention to some basic nurturing practices.
An old man trying to do his job and determined to keep his promises
This unnamed servant of Abraham demonstrates a process that can be an example to us when we’re trying to determine and do God’s will.
Why I’ve decided 3G power is all I need for the rest of my life
Everyone’s talking about 4G, even 5G these days, but this story from Mark’s Gospel tells me 3G’s will be plenty for me.
His majestic power is above everything, and yet he chooses us!
O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name! And how awed we are that you want to bless US!
Sunday review: January 18-23
At least one of these posts can make a difference to the person with whom you’d share it! Quotes to jog your memory here.