I can’t tell you how many times now I walk into a room and just stop. It’s because I can’t remember why I’m there. Sometimes I’m lucky and the reason pops back up in a few seconds, but more times than not I leave the room in disgust, completely void of why I went there. […]
“Let us…lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run…looking to Jesus.” – Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV Is it time for a new beginning? I started up my vacuum cleaner, and knew right away something was wrong. The familiar pull of the machine was gone as it moved across […]
“He must become greater; I must become less.” John 3:30 NLT Have you heard of these body cleanses that are all the rage? The premise is you drink particular juices to purge the impurities from within, so your body will become more efficient and can start anew—healthier. I quite frankly […]
“May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.” – John 17:23 NLT Have you thought about your marriage lately? The other day I was at the grocery store and saw this sweet-looking, older couple shopping in the […]
“Blessed is the man you discipline, O Lord, the man you teach from your law; you grant him relief from days of trouble.” Psalm 94:12-13 NIV I picture a referee on his hands and knees, slapping the mat as he counts, “1-2-3-4…” When he reaches ten, he grabs Jacob’s arm and thrusts it into […]
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. – Proverbs 4:23 KJV It was a lousy day. Words came from my mouth, piercing and punching at every turn. I tried to fix the hurt they caused, but pain seemed to flow like a river between her […]
“And we rejoice in the HOPE of the glory of God.” Romans 5:2 NIV (emphasis mine) Are you Hurting? “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3 Are the Obstacles too many? “The Lord is a refuge to the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.” […]
“Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint but rather be healed.” – Hebrews 12:12-13 ESV I spend a lot of time going around what hurts me. I move and evade, and go […]
