Chosen

"Jesus chose the twelve so they would be with him, and so he could equip them to speak and have authority over sickness and the enemy" (Mark 3:14-15). One of the most simple, but profound truths in the Bible is that Jesus wants to be with you. You get to live in his presence every …

All You Need Is

Most people don’t see First Corinthians 13 as much more than wedding poetry. But I think it’s one of the most important and powerful passages in the Bible. This is my paraphrased version: Love has no time limit. Love is always kind—it provides what's needed so others can experience grace, empowerment, and blessing. Love isn't …

Every So Often

I wrote this in the cancer days, during a difficult round of chemo. I read it every so often, so I don’t forget it: "I feel nearly helpless against the pain. But I still have the power to choose. I can anchor my heart and mind to fear and self-pity until they drown me. Or, …

Another Precious Day

It’s probably my age as much as the pandemic, but the last couple of years have been constant reminders of how precious—and fragile—life is. If that’s been your experience also, then you know that what we do with that revelation each day pretty well determines its quality. You'll either spend it protecting yourself from what …