Nehemiah – Planning and Action
God has given Nehemiah a concern for his Jerusalem homeland. He feels called to do something about the crumbling wall around the city. During four months of prayer, God led him…
Cock Crowing Experiences
Ever remember a time when you've had a moment of truth? I took my grandchildren to a skating rink recently and it dawned on me, I'll never skate again.…
Writing – Part 3, A Heart for Truth
During the writing of "Ears to Hear," I intertwined the character of Nicodemus into the plot, but I felt like he had his own story which called for a second…
Prayer – Is It a Struggle?
For our new year, let's talk about prayer. In those things-we-need-to-do lists or New Years resolution lists or how-to-be-a-better-Christian lists, we often couple "prayer" along with "studying your Bible" and…
Mary – Nothing Is Impossible
When God gives us what feels like an impossible task, He also gives us encouragement, assurances, even something visible or concrete. Gabriel gave Mary the message that she was honored…
Peter – Defense to Denial
Searching His Word Seeking His Heart Again, we will see the ups and downs…
Peter – One Step Back
Searching His Word Seeking His Heart In last week's blog Peter rose to the top of the list with his comment. (See "Peter - Time to Shine") This week we see…
Easter – Beyond the Palm Branches
What a delight to see the happy faces of the people as they waved their palms and shouted their praises while Jesus rode the donkey into Jerusalem. But here and…
Bad Ending
Last week we rejoiced with Naaman that his leprosy was healed. Naaman stood before Elisha and declared, "Now I know that there is no God in all the world except in…
Easter – Cleaning up Attitudes
Jesus and his disciples bathe in preparation for what will be their last supper together. As they walk down the road to the upper room, perhaps their minds are on…