Sunday review: March 22-27
God has the world under control, in his hands. Yet he allows each of us to respond to him according to what we choose. This week’s posts help each of us choose wisely. Which one has meant the most to you?
Can local churches help people find and form “chosen families”?
Our solution to the problem of pandemic isolation is similar to the way many Americans are relating to each other. It’s a trend for the church to notice.
Seeking success? Aiming for victory? Here’s what you really need to do
“The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue.”
A story to remind us how to respond to the complainers nearby
Despite God’s provision, his people still complained. If this sounds familiar, maybe it will help you think about today after reading again this old, old story.
Familiar words, contemporary challenge: the beauty of blessing
More blessing, less cursing: it’s a Biblical example just right for our quick-reply, social media-driven culture.
How what you say could create curiosity that leads to abundant life
His words changed her life and transformed a whole community. Could the same happen with something we say?
“He’s got the whole world in his hands,” the best place of all
The Bible tells us everything is in his hands. Good to remember when we hold too tightly to the life we think we’re controlling.
Sunday review: March 15-20
Read Psalm 23 again along with this week’s devotions that help us reflect on its meaning. Plus Saturday’s bonus post that prods us to see everyday differences we can make with our lives.
A simple answer when I wonder, “Does my life really matter?”
Have you ever wondered about all the people whose names did not make it into the Bible? Have you ever decided you’re OK with joining their anonymous crowd?
The shepherd got you through the dark. Now what? (Psalm 23, Part 4)
Even on the other side of the valley, you will still find at least one enemy. But relax. God wants to nourish and protect you there.
How God will lead us to get our life back (Psalm 23, Part 2)
Even before the pandemic, some of us said or felt, “I want my life back.” Psalm 23 shows us how that can happen,.
Why we need a God who is always trustworthy (Psalm 23, Part 1)
I don’t know if I can, but I’ll try. That’s a sentence to describe many situations in life, including my goal to write about Psalm 23 all this week.
This I’d rather ignore: Do I own my possessions, or do they own me?
I’ve known this truth for decades. But still I’m trying to figure out how to apply it.
Sometimes people just need to hear exactly what they already know
After reading Paul’s encouragement to the Romans, I better understand why people who knew more than do I asked me to help them.
Why workouts are important—it may not be for the reason you think
Most of us work out or plan to work out. The question is why we want physical—or spiritual—strength.
Have you thought about all your possibilities to have influence?
God gives us all their names. That tells me two things about God—and about you and me.
OK with the unexplainable & not knowing who’s in and who’s out
Not all of our theological positions fit neatly inside the framework we’ve chosen. And that’s OK.
Basic instructions for the best life, all in one chapter from Proverbs
A list of do’s and don’ts that can make all the difference in our quest for the life God wants for us.
Sunday review: March 1-6
Just as we need daily meals to stay strong and healthy, we need regular spiritual nourishment to feed our souls and help us keep close to God. Which of this week’s posts brought you closer to him?