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Tummy Jesus

So remember this and keep it firmly in mind: The Lord is God both in heaven and on earth, and there is no other.Deuteronomy 4:39 (NLT) Back when my son was a little dude, we used to have deep theological conversations around the lunch table. Sure, they usually consisted of Nathan telling me stories he’dContinueContinue reading “Tummy Jesus”

Dirty Thoughts

And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.Philippians 4:8 (NLT) Can I be honest for a moment, or two, or three..? There is something, a behavior, whichContinueContinue reading “Dirty Thoughts”

Lit Fuse

The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.Psalms 103:8 (NLT) Can I let you in on something? Pastors are just people too. I know! It’s earth shattering, right?! I mean, pastors are just like God, perfect in every way – or so some think. And, as such, weContinueContinue reading “Lit Fuse”

Father’s Day

The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him.Psalms 103:13 (NLT) About a week ago, as I’m writing this, we celebrated Father’s Day here in the USA. The third Sunday of June is a national recognition of the important role that fathers play in shaping the menContinueContinue reading “Father’s Day”

Big Thoughts

They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.Psalms 77:12 (NLT)   I used to take my youth group out to a place at night where there was no ambient light. I would make sure it would be a clear night, which can be a rarity here in the PacificContinueContinue reading “Big Thoughts”

Anxious Prayer

Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.Philippians 4:6 (NLT) Tuning in to the news during 2020 and 2021 was like tuning into some sort of horror movie. With the outbreak of the Coronavirus, it had been non-stop coverage of who hasContinueContinue reading “Anxious Prayer”