Acts 23:11 The following night the Lord stood by him and said, “Take courage, for as you have testified to the facts about me in Jerusalem, so you must testify also in Rome.” I love the words here: “The Lord stood by him.” God “stood by” Paul both literally and figuratively. Paul was in the midst… Continue reading Stand by Me
Category: The Bible tells me so
Discussions of religion and the church, both global and local. News stories of interest relating to Christian life and Biblical truth. Thoughts on contemporary Christianity, daily applications and lessons learned, and even a little good ol’ preachin!
The Doorpost
Smee: I’ve just had an apostrophe. Captain Hook: I think you mean an epiphany. Smee: [gestures his fingers to his head] Lightning has just struck my brain. Captain Hook: Well, that must hurt. One of my favorite quotes from one of my favorite movies, Hook. But it does explain what happened to me this week… Continue reading The Doorpost
Running Toward the Light
I have to share with you a funny story that happened to me today while I was out for my run. I have a small shuffle player that I listen to while exercising – maybe not as cool as an iPod or iPhone, but it works for me. The only downside is that I can’t… Continue reading Running Toward the Light
Our God
Isaiah 43:16 And I will lead the blind in a way that they do not know, in paths that they have not known I will guide them. I will turn the darkness before them into light, the rough places into level ground. These are the things I do, and I do not forsake them. One… Continue reading Our God
Pointing the Way
Isaiah 40:3 A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Yesterday I had the privilege of attending chapel at Dallas Theological Seminary. It’s a once a year opportunity for me, a privilege I enjoy because of my father’s legacy. As hard… Continue reading Pointing the Way
My Story: Following the Leader
One year ago today, on July 14, 2010, my husband was unexpectedly laid off from his job. When Matt told me the news, I also heard the voice of God whispering in my ear…”How far are you willing to go with Me?” and I admit, I was terrified. Terrified of what that meant: would we… Continue reading My Story: Following the Leader
Wrestling with God
Our church is currently in a series entitled “Movement to Multiply our Heart.” As part of that sermon series, we are corporately undergoing a 2-week period of wrestling with God, complete with a period of fasting and seeking God in earnest. Matt and I have been in that place of wrestling with God for the… Continue reading Wrestling with God
Hungering and Thirsting
“Whenever you fast, don’t be sad-faced like the hypocrites. For they make their faces unattractive so their fasting is obvious to people. I assure you: They’ve got their reward! But when you fast, put oil on your head, and wash your face, so that you don’t show your fasting to people but to your Father… Continue reading Hungering and Thirsting
Doing a New Thing
But now, God’s Message, the God who made you in the first place, Jacob, the One who got you started, Israel: “Don’t be afraid, I’ve redeemed you. I’ve called your name. You’re mine. When you’re in over your head, I’ll be there with you. When you’re in rough waters, you will not go down. When… Continue reading Doing a New Thing
It’s a Wonderful(ly Overwhelming) Life
It’s that time of year again. The time of year when our calendars explode with parties, get-togethers, and activities. The time of year when our days are filled with errands and shopping. The time of year when our to-do lists become overcrowded with baking and cleaning and decorating and wrapping Christmas presents and addressing Christmas… Continue reading It’s a Wonderful(ly Overwhelming) Life