Folded into tthe sixty-ninth psalm is a simple prayer that ought to capture the attention of every pastor, parent, coach, and shepherd. READ MORE
Honor
Light of the World
In Jesus’ light there is freedom for our souls from the bondage of sin and shame, fear and filth, and there is hope that never fades. READ MORE
The Great Reversal: A Resurrection Message
The cross of Christ, and the related proofpoint which is the resurrection, has made seeing God possible again. The guilt is gone. READ MORE
If Jesus Did Not Rise . . .
The Gospel of John tells of Mary Magdalene who, upon discovering the empty tomb, is panicked by the idea the Lord has been “taken away” (John 20:13). First she deals with Jesus’ death, and now the possibility someone has stolen his body, perhaps as some cheap stunt. Whatever hope she had placed in Jesus seems READ MORE
Feet Like That of Jesus
Father, give me feet like that of the Savior’s,That tread faithfully down the servant’s path.May they be fit for your honor and reputation,Supporting a frame that builds what only lasts. In the wake of the dust they create,May love be sown around.And may it be that many will follow,As they aim toward Heaven’s ground. (C) Copyright READ MORE
Moving Beyond Election Day
A number of folk from places far and wide are asking me about the election results. There are a handful of things that readily come to my mind that I would like to pass along. These are very important, I think, particularly as we disciples move forward from here. First, regardless of which “side” we READ MORE