I had already made up my mind. This time was different. It felt different. Though I’d been scorned, betrayed, and belittled in life before, something welled up inside me, transforming my mind, my thoughts, my heart. Yes, there was still some doubt. Was I worthy? Did my life have meaning, value? Was who I wasContinueContinue reading “Three Words”
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Sabbatical Recharge
Beginning next week, I will be taking a long overdue Sabbatical. A sabbatical is a sacred respite, especially significant for a pastor. I’m embarking on a 60-day hiatus from my pastoral duties during this time in order to immerse myself in personal renewal and spend some quality time with my family. During this time, I’llContinueContinue reading “Sabbatical Recharge”
Faith First
In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God’s promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge. ~ 2 Peter 1:5 (NLT) A friend of mine, who is a little more seasoned in age than I am, loves to play jokes on his wifeContinueContinue reading “Faith First”
Distractions
So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ. ~ Romans 10:17 (NLT) I am very easily distracted. Not all the time (like when I’m teaching or preaching), but a lot of the time. In a conversation with someone, we often end up talking about stuff which never had anything remotelyContinueContinue reading “Distractions”
Keep the Main Thing
Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses. ~ 1 Timothy 6:12 (NLT) I grew up in a household with one older brother. To say that we fought a lot would be an understatement.ContinueContinue reading “Keep the Main Thing”
Look for Him
For we live by believing and not by seeing. ~ 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NLT) One of the biggest questions I get about God comes in this form, “I can’t see Him or feel Him. So, how do I know He is there and that He loves me?” It’s a fair question. Ever since we’re born,ContinueContinue reading “Look for Him”
