Adrenalin surges as the wind whips the sturdy trees like matchsticks. In the lightning’s glare the clouds take on a greenish hue as the storm rises in fury. Sirens scream and emergency alerts flash across our screens. We shelter under the stairs or in the basement. What’s more, we anchor Read more
The Pinterest projects we started with such excitement have been pushed aside. Our plans for the day have been derailed and our long-held dreams lay forgotten as we face the realities of life. Furthermore, the unexpected phone call, the colicky baby, the wounding words, and the interrupted night’s sleep all Read more
The chaos and confusion of this world seem to bely the truth that God is a God of order and peace. Dark shadows filled with questioning fears and hearts that stream with tears give pause to the thought that God wants to bring fullness of joy to our lives. There Read more
Have you ever experienced anguish from a misguided belief or felt gut-wrenching sorrow from a confidence that was misplaced. The regret that comes from a certainty that goes awry can be devastating. Whether it is a relationship, a business deal or a personal matter that is upended, skepticism and anxiety Read more
It was there. A fragile hope still bravely holding on in-between the perplexing questions, troublesome doubts and downright disbelief. The weekend events had left them battered and bruised. Moreover, the hoped for deliverance had been shattered and the agonizing events had left the disciples emotionally depleted and spiritually bereft. Perplexing Read more
Nothing about the entrance of Jesus into this world and his ensuing life happened as expected. In fact, the world was largely caught unawares. Jesus came in an unexpected way. He grew up in an out of the way city and stepped into his ministry in an unlikely place. An Read more
I stood beside a grieving heart. The sorrow was overwhelming and the grief of “if only” was palpable. My words felt inadequate as I tried to console and comfort. When we watch the dreams of our heart die there is grief and pain. The Dream of God’s Heart God has Read more
Action words are filled with vibrancy and meaning. When you see something acted out it touches a deeper chord than merely hearing it. There is a word in the Old Testament that encapsulates the active love God has for his people. In other words, it is like an ever running Read more
We take comfort in the presence of our loved one. When we are going through a problem just knowing someone is there for us and has our back so to speak is immensely reassuring. They may not give answers to our problems but we take solace in their presence. Created Read more
