Over the course of my walk with Jesus, there have been times when I have asked God for something in prayer, not fully knowing what I was asking for. God, in His magnificent grace, gently shepherds my soul and eases me into the wisdom through which He established this world. (Proverbs 3:19) Sometimes He will… Continue reading Longing for Eden
Many of us are familiar with the account of David’s encounter with Goliath because we grew up hearing it and watching the VeggieTales version. You remember, Dave and the Giant Pickle? It was the story that communicates how little guys can do big things, too. (Interrupted by Larry singing about his aunt Ruth with a… Continue reading David’s First Mandate: the Secret Place
“Katie, if you close your eyes and be still, it’ll be easier to fall asleep.” “Okay,” smiled the sweet little voice of the 4-year-old. She adjusted her blanket, laid down, and closed her eyes, her smile still sitting innocently on her lips. I smiled and shook my head. All of her classmates had been sleeping… Continue reading “You’re so silly.”
Miracles require hopeless situations. Remind myself that. Remind my faith that. Miracles require hopeless situations. If Lazarus had not died, Jesus could not have resurrected him. If Jesus’s followers had brought enough food to sustain themselves, Jesus would not have needed to multiply the fish and bread. If Jesus had waited and taken a boat… Continue reading A Reminder About Miracles
