Joy Embraces Sorrow
During a Defiant Joy Bible Study, we were talking about Joy and Sorrow. As soon as I saw the title of this chapter, it reminded me of a...
The Little Violin
My daughter is learning to play the violin. In a month or so, when she starts school (3rd grade), she will be in the orchestra. The other...
The Gift of Grief
As I woke up this morning, I had a picture in my head of grief being like a gift. I know that sounds strange, but it’s true. It’s a gift...
a + b = c?
I used to think that a + b = c. I do what pleases God: pray, read my Bible, go to church, give, serve, watch Christian TV, and basically...
The Best Worshippers
“I’m convinced that the only people worth knowing are those who’ve had at least one dark night of the soul. Now, a dark night of the soul...
Crucifixion Moments
We’re all faced with them every day, those opportunities to die to ourselves… one tiny step at a time. They can seem so insignificant....
No Longer Slaves
"So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir." Galatians 4:7 NIV In Roman...
Transformed
Who have you been hanging around? This question is one that we typically got asked by our parents when we were younger and have exhibited...
All Things New
Reading about Peter throughout the gospels is a little bit like riding a roller coaster – full of ups and downs, and interesting twists!...
Signs & Wonders
"Unless you people see signs and wonders," Jesus told him, "you will never believe." John 4:48 After leaving Judea, Jesus once again...