If by chance you’re one who expects that real leaders must be so overt, then reflect on what is being said. And the moment you wish to challenge the notion that a leader’s fingerprints are much less important than his or her footprints, please pause and introduce yourself again to a godly sage like Jethro, or a prophet like Gad, or a host of others whose behind the scenes influences are transforming God’s Kingdom. READ MORE
Good-bye Dallas!
But God has proven faithful. He sustained us in surprising ways by means of loving people, unexpected gifts, His marvelous Love Letter called the Bible, and even chaotic events such as successive blizzards and a record-breaking flood. READ MORE
Not A Mere Pebble in the Pathway
In the eyes of the disciples the man was a mere pebble in the pathway. Sitting in the dust with outstretched palm and blank stare, the blind man of John 9 was an untouchable. But not to Jesus. Even a cursory examination of John 9 demonstrates that Jesus saw the man differently. While Jesus’ followers READ MORE
Jesus is Risen Indeed!
In chapter 16 of his gospel, Mark applies striking brushstrokes to the canvas that is the resurrection story. Among the inviting colors that he paints are the nervous lines of a handful of women uneasily approaching Jesus’ tomb. These ladies are undoubtedly filled with a mixture of apprehension and quiet resolve: the apprehension being that READ MORE
O for Tired!
On behalf of the entire Fargo/Moorhead metropolitan area, let me just say that we’re all absolutely exhausted. As my good Scandinavian neighbors would say: O for tired! Many of you are asking for the latest news. Here are some answers, short and sweet as they are, that I trust will help: First, my family and READ MORE
Just as the Master Said
Despite the rising waters, their God would get them through. Indeed, the wind blew and the waves rose and the disciples feared and fussed. But they got to the other side. READ MORE