“No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to …
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Washing Her Feet
As a shy and insecure 13-year-old, I had a thousand different thoughts when my youth pastor asked me if I wanted to go on an …
Read More »Entitlement
The idea that we are deserving of something, or somehow entitled, alters our ability to view ourselves and others with objectivity. “The older brother got …
Read More »I Will Sing
“But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times …
Read More »The Light of the World
One day Jesus said to his disciples, “While I am here in the world, I am the light of the world” (John 9:5, NLT). Then …
Read More »Say Nice Things
“If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all!” I heard that a lot when I was growing up. Apparently, I …
Read More »Saved by His Mercy
Igrew up being taught of God and the mercy that He constantly laid at the feet of His children. I was always astonished at how …
Read More »Celebrating Grace
Dear God: It’s a new day and I thank you for it and your grace, and for the relief of rest and renewal. I just …
Read More »Who Cares?
Is the world better off because I’m in it? Is it better off because I am a Christian? Is my family, church and community better …
Read More »In Search of Forgiveness
After explaining forgiveness as best I could at a large Christian gathering a while back, a large line formed to speak with me. Most were …
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