From the beginning, the crowds were perplexed. There was nothing imperial or impressive about this man. And He certainly wasn’t the political trailblazer they had all expected.   Read More

These were unusual days. The men and women who had become true followers of Christ were soon to launch a brand new thing—not just witness it, but actually play a part in making it happen. The details were murky, but Jesus had made the first order of business clear: They were to . . . wait.  Read More

We tend to emphasize the doctrine of divine providence in seasons of trial. Rightfully so. When chaos comes, it’s comforting to know that God is still in control. The storms of life must bow their knee to the One who works all things together for our good. And we are thankful for it.  Read More

Patience is not my strong suit. And no, I don’t mean the patience required for waiting in grocery store lines, or at traffic lights, or behind the person who forgot all their paperwork at the DMV.  Read More

Some days motherhood (or the journey to it) is smooth sailing. But most often, this venture seems to require miracles at every level. It isn’t usually obvious but tucked just below our smiling faces are bleeding hearts aching for a revision of circumstances, a different reality, a move of God. In one area or another, most of us are deficient in something we want or need and simply unable to deliver on it.  Read More

Respect and honor. I owe you both. Here’s my feeble attempt to pay them. I have only to look at the lives of your family—Holly, your children, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren to be convinced that you are at home what you are at church. An honorable man.  Read More