In a single afternoon, Job’s world was devastated. He lost not only all of his impressive livelihood, but also all ten of his children in a single tragic accident. Yet, from his mouth come surprising and convicting words: Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked I will leave this life.The LORD gives, and the … Continue reading Abiding in Christ Is a Fight for Faith
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What Happens When We Abide
TWEEEEET!!!! At the shrill whistle of the lifeguards, the pools would clear out, leaving only a few adults in the water and sending all of us kids to our towels for some Red Vines, crackers and Easy Cheese, and Capri Suns. For the next ten minutes we would snack, enjoy the summer sunshine, and chat … Continue reading What Happens When We Abide
Embracing Jesus’ Mindset of Surrender
While winter still has a few punches left to land, spring is finally making its way to the upper Midwest. After multiple school cancellations due not to snow but to temperatures twenty below zero (without windchill), we’re definitely ready for some warmer weather. Around here, even the 30’s are greeted with smiles and t-shirts. The … Continue reading Embracing Jesus’ Mindset of Surrender
Feet That Don’t Slip
They had to be helped up to the platform to speak, could not stand for long periods of time, suffered from debilitating illness and injury; from all outward appearances, these women are unsteady on their feet, generally infirmed, and near the end of their lives. However, as I listened to Joni Eareckson Tada, Kay Arthur, … Continue reading Feet That Don’t Slip
Feed on His Faithfulness
Six days a week, every week for forty years God fed His people manna while they dwelt in the wilderness. However, this testament to God’s consistent faithfulness came with an expiration date, ending soon after Israel crossed the Jordan River to enter the Promised Land of Canaan (Josh 5:10). God’s faithfulness would continue, of course; … Continue reading Feed on His Faithfulness
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