February 4
“Be perfect.” That’s a tall order. It’s impossible, really. No amount of effort can make you or me perfect. But many of us live each day driving, striving, sometimes conniving, to achieve the...
Category: Devotionals
February 3
I have long been fascinated by words that are used in popular culture, like when my son-in-law first used the word “boom” to express joy. I had never heard it before, but today I just want to say,...
February 2
If you are a parent, chances are you have heard some version of: ‘He hit me!' to which the other child replies, 'He hit me first!' The kids come to you for help because, while hitting back seems...
January 30
Jesus’ words in today’s Scripture are striking in their simplicity and weight. At first glance, this command may feel impossible. If we gave to everyone who asked, we would quickly be overwhelmed....
January 29
I frantically searched online. A local store showed one pair of small snowpants left. I added items to meet the delivery minimum, paid an extra express fee, and went on with my evening, satisfied with...
January 28
I “will have to give an account on the day of judgment for every empty (careless, harmful) word I have spoken.” This scripture verse is very sobering because I have spoken many careless words, not...
January 27
As a pastor, I’ve officiated dozens of weddings. I’ve facilitated pre-marital counseling alongside many of these couples. And my wife and I will cross our own 30-year threshold next summer.
January 26
There’s an old marketing adage that “sex sells.” Even if you have no experience in professional advertising or branding, one look around a store, a swipe on Instagram, or a commercial break will...
January 23
Slamming doors, slamming cabinets, and running away in my car have been the loud ways I’ve tried to get my point across in my almost fifty years of married life.