I came to cast fire on the earth, and would that it were already kindled! Luke 12:49 Here's a random bit of personal trivia for you: I am the family fire starter. In younger years of camping, I would be the one to light the campfire. On our large lot, I am the one who … Continue reading On Fire
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Freedom: You Keep Using That Word…

For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.(Galatians 5:1) Let freedom ring. Right? Like nearly every word in this information-glutted world, it's helpful to know what it is the speaker or writer is celebrating freedom from. Not all freedoms are created equal. I … Continue reading Freedom: You Keep Using That Word…
A Pandemic Invitation

But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, "You are my God," My times are in Your hand... Psalm 31:14-15a How is everyone holding up through this COVID-19 pandemic? We are doing well here in my corner of the world. Huddled at home but not in fear, enjoying one another and leaning in to … Continue reading A Pandemic Invitation
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So, brothers, we are not children of the slave but of the free woman. For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.Galatians 4:31-5:1 I've probably mentioned before, but this is the busiest season of my life to date. Just keeping up with my … Continue reading Freedom
Wisdom Seeker: Day 29

Meditation on Proverbs 29
Tuesday Prayer: Idols

Thus says the LORD, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the LORD of hosts: "I am the first and I am the last; besides me there is no god. (Isaiah 44:6) Most High, as You spoke through the prophet centuries ago, You are the first and the last and apart from You there is … Continue reading Tuesday Prayer: Idols