Over 20 years ago now, a young man and woman were joined in matrimony. Their theme verse was 1 Corinthians 13:13. I suppose at the time that verse was picked be cause it’s a “good wedding verse” and it looked great on the church banners they made for the ceremony. In truth, we desired love […]
All those I’ve met who have professed Jesus have at one time or another struggled with their own motives as a result of still seeing sin in their lives. Did they just receive the free gift of eternal life so that their flesh could have free reign? For the flesh is never satisfied and beckons […]
When you choose to invest in the lives of the broken, you can expect some of the brokenness to come out at you. Harsh words, loud voices and anger are common. Don’t let that anger guide your response. Instead, let it fuel a passion to win them over with love. Often times, they have never […]
Somedays life has a way of crowding out truth and leaving us in a place of anxiety or fear. Scripture tells us perfect love casts out fear. The perfect act of love at the cross has conquered fear and death forever! The power and authority of this love holds every realm in its grasp; […]
I’ve had my share of long and frustrating days that seem to drag on forever as I seek to love, serve, and disciple some pretty ungrateful sinners. Yet, I can not begin to comprehend how Jesus was feeling as He endured the most unbearable, longest and darkest day in history. What made it long, […]
On my way up to Minneapolis recently, I noticed a lifeless mass on the side of the road up ahead. As I drew closer, my heart sank as I discovered it was the body of a bald eagle. Feelings of injustice sprouted over this majestic masterpiece now expired. Within seconds the Holy Spirit challenged me […]
As I think back through my life, I can see that there have been people who loved me along the way. My parents provided for me, encouraged me, and help me get my start. My friends have been there to listen to me complain and point me in the right direction. There is One that […]
Have you ever had a situation that you that you couldn’t figure out? A sin you just couldn’t overcome? You may have read scores of books, listened to CD’s, consulted with others, but it just couldn’t be solved. That’s because more knowledge is not the answer. Paul, in His letter to the Ephesians, rightly concluded […]
This weekend I was driving the 15-passenger family van home from Wisconsin, when my daughter questioned me about whether we were going to help this homeless person on the street. I scanned the street to determine her location and excitedly answered “Yes!” Quickly, I asked for two sandwiches we had made for the trip and […]
Jesus isn’t interested in growing his fan base. He wants followers who sincerely want to be with and love Him. Not because He is egotistical, but because that’s truly what is best for us. True followers desire to know, live, and speak the truth in love. You see a fan doesn’t give up anything, […]