You know you need protection, but do you know where to find it?
Maybe you’re seeking shelter from the chaos of this world. Maybe you’re seeking security when time comes to an end. In either case, Psalm 16 promises comfort.
Why we forget—and how to remember—God’s unfailing goodness to us
Our everyday memory fails us for a variety of reasons. More important is deciding to remember God’s goodness day after day.
Sunday review: February 15-20
Sometimes a daily post deserves considering one more time. Which quote here prompts you to read again that day’s entry? Which post from this week would help or challenge someone you know?
Tell the truth: considering the most basic of Christian virtues
Since we’ve been children, we’ve been told not to lie. But an examination of Scripture reminds us that this is a very adult directive.
How to decide, when life goes wrong, is Scripture really true?
With our limited human understanding and experience, we may believe Scripture says far less than what we should really believe!
God gives both facts and metaphors to make our trust complete
Remember the facts of what God has done. See the pictures of what he has promised. Together, these are powerful steps leading us to faith.
Why, how, and when the person of faith must decide to move on
I’m big on moving to the next, better thing. But the story of Moses and the Israelites reminds me that the next step always requires giving up something picked up along the path already finished.
He promises to feed us, and not just fill our empty stomachs
I’m not surprised that the Israelites were so worried about food in the wilderness. But I am concerned when I’m not hungrier for God.
Sunday review: February 8-13
Waiting on God. Surrendering to God. Loving all those God loves. Easy words, but big challenges—all of this and more in this week’s posts. Enjoy these reminders and decide which of these posts you want to share today.
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.