Opened Scriptures, Burning Hearts

They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?” - Luke 24:32 When did their hearts burn? They had just seen the risen Lord Jesus. Did their hearts burn when they saw him? No, they were blinded … Continue reading Opened Scriptures, Burning Hearts →

Psalm 77 – Confidence in a Faithful God

The Psalms have been a source of comfort and help in recent months. I find the raw transparency of the Psalmists an encouragement for my own prayers. I find their continual return to the character and faithfulness of God a pillar for my faith. In Psalm 77, Asaph begins with a confident statement of God’s … Continue reading Psalm 77 – Confidence in a Faithful God →

God’s Provision for God’s Service

“Deal bountifully with your servant, that I may live and keep your word.” - Psalm 119:17 There are three thoughts that I would like to put before you. This is a prayer for God’s care and provision. This is a prayer from a servant to his Master. This is a prayer with God’s glory as … Continue reading God’s Provision for God’s Service →

The Cost of Adoption

Adoption is an expensive undertaking. It can take thousands (tens of thousands) of dollars to adopt a child. Not only does it cost money, but there is also a high price of commitment, time, difficulty, and emotions. Adoption is costly. Who pays the price for adoption? Typically, the adopting parents cover the cost. The child … Continue reading The Cost of Adoption →

Faith: Trusting the One Who Knows Everything

A pastor friend once told me that faith implies not knowing. If we knew everything, we would not need to trust God. Faith includes an admittance of finitude. It requires that we acknowledge our limits of knowledge and ability. Faith includes admitting that we do not have all the answers or all the strength. We … Continue reading Faith: Trusting the One Who Knows Everything →

Your Testimony Is Not Boring

I have talked to several believers who tell me that their testimony is boring. "I grew up going to church. I never really got into too much trouble. I didn't need to be convinced that Christianity is true. I was just sitting in Sunday School class one day and really believed that I was a … Continue reading Your Testimony Is Not Boring →

Faith – Taking God at His Word

Faith is a word that carries all kinds of baggage. My personal experience seems to indicate that many see faith as a jump in the dark. “Faith is blind” is a common quip. Many people see faith as stepping out on a limb that is too small dreaming that it will hold them up. Thankfully, … Continue reading Faith – Taking God at His Word →

I Have Prayed for You

And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: but I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.Luke 22:31‭-‬32 These are incredible words. Satan literally demanded that Simon Peter be given to him. Satan's … Continue reading I Have Prayed for You →

I Will Never Leave You

This is a reminder that I need in these times: Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.(Hebrews 13:5) Lord Jesus, whether rich or poor by this world's standards Your people have everything, because we have … Continue reading I Will Never Leave You →

Take No Thought

I don't know about you, but I have a tendency toward melancholy and anxiety. This is especially true when world events are as dark as they are now. May these words of Jesus be our meditation as we enter another day of uncertainty. May we be reminded by the Lord that the days are not … Continue reading Take No Thought →