I Want to Be a Fig TreeMy brothers and sisters, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? …James 3:12 (NIV) I think I want to be a fig tree. Okay,...
Know? or Feel?It is an emotional time. It could be a fearful time. It is definitely time to stop and consider what you know. As the Holy Spirit so...
Breaking out of BoxesIn a recent conversation, the concept of keeping God in a box came up. If you have been in church much of your life, you have probably...
Fishermen and Farmers"Come, Follow me,' Jesus said, and I will make you fishers of men." Matthew 4:19 "...A farmer went out to sow his seed." Matthew 13:3...
Living With the Long ViewI have had to wear glasses since I was in high school. Maybe middle school. I don’t really remember; I just know my vision has needed...
My Easters Change Because His Does NotI used to not do Easter. Then I used to spend Easter mornings at the beach. There is something intimate and vast, private and public,...
Clearing Things UpPhilippians 3:15-16 (The Message) So let’s keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. If any of you have...
Great ExceptionsI like to walk. I do not do it as much as I should, but I really like to walk. Walk fast. Walk intentionally. Walk in silence. I do not...
Turning Back, Part 1Exodus 14 (NIV) 14 Then the Lord said to Moses, 2 “Tell the Israelites to turn back and encamp near Pi Hahiroth, between Migdol and the...