I wrote this for myself during a difficult chemo side effects day in November of 2013. Now, as my Dad battles cancer it’s for him, and anyone who feels lost in pain. There have been times life has felt so overwhelming, I could barely move or even breathe. This is one of them. Beyond theology, …
Live in Blessing
"Jesus looked up in the tree and said, ‘Zacchaeus, hurry and come down, for I must stay at your house today.' So he hurried and came down, and received Jesus joyfully. When the people saw it, they all indignantly complained, 'He has gone in to be the guest of a man who is devoted to …
Another Step
There have been a lot of overwhelming days this year, times of feeling trapped, frustrated, anxious, exhausted, and stretched beyond your limit. But please don't let them stop you. Take another step today, and let that step be in God's strength. His promises for you are just as amazing as when he first talked with …
React or Respond
In 2 Kings 19, the enemy sent a threatening letter to the king, mocking his faith, declaring themselves superior in every way, and vowing to destroy him. Though he had authority and power, the king became overwhelmed with fear and frustration. I suppose he could have reacted in the same spirit, and either escalated the …
Love Says
Anger says, "No one respects you."Bitterness says, "You deserve to judge them."Fear says, "You’re powerless, and will fail and get hurt if you try."Despair says, "Your life means nothing." Love says, "You are so completely and unceasingly loved that no one can drain hope, peace, or joy from your life any more. They are a …
