A while ago, I was praying and got a picture in my head of someone wasting away in a prison cell, staring blankly at its dark stone walls. But the door was wide open. I think of that image a lot. It reminds me that no matter what we face, we have all God's love, …
Sing
Many people have music running through their heads much of the time, even if it’s just in the background somewhere. Often it’s the last song you heard, or a music-associated memory, and sometimes it’s a creative reaction to what’s going on around you. My Dad used to sing every time he went into the walk-in …
Who
Begin, or restart, your day by asking God who he wants to be for you right now. Then, look for all the opportunities he gives you to step into that part of his nature. I know I write and say this a lot. Like, a lot. But asking God this focuses me on listening for …
Aside
Thought someone might need to borrow one of my favorite verses: "Jesus said to them, 'Come aside by yourselves to a solitary place and rest a while'" (Mark 6:31). Spending real time alone with God is something you know need to do, but don't do often enough. You can get so consumed with life, it …
The Arrow in Your Hand
When I was a kid, I had that blue Bible Story set of books you'd often see at the pediatrician (I think they were there for children appealing to God in the face of shots and cold stethoscopes). I loved them. They opened a door to a relationship with God that's grown my whole life. …
Equip Your Spirit 