“Uncomplicate It” Permission to Enjoy God in Your Unique Way by Hosanna Wong I was piqued by the title of this book (by one of my favorite authors) because I wanted to lean into my current season. And Hosanna Wong delivers (as she always does). If you’re tired of the ‘wordsy’ (I just believe that’s […]
Lord, you are mine! I promise to obey your words! Psalm 119:57 NLT When I can’t seem to find the right words to lace into a prayer, I think of king David and the Psalms. Sometimes you just need a praise song that says it all for you. Perhaps this song will help. King David would […]
“Do not judge, so that you won’t be judged. 2 For you will be judged by the same standard with which you judge others, and you will be measured by the same measure you use. 3 Why do you look at the splinter in your brother’s eye but don’t notice the beam of wood in your own eye? 4 Or how […]
The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out. Proverbs 20:5 NIV But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the Lord’s will is.” 1 Kings 22:5 CSB I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 ESV […]
Salvation is to be found through him alone; in all the world there is no one else whom God has given who can save us.” Acts 4:12 GNT For a child will be born for us,a son will be given to us,and the government will be on his shoulders.He will be namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Eternal Father, Prince […]
Be happy with those who are happy, and be sad with those who are sad. Romans 12:15 NCV The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged. Psalm 34:18 ERV It’s easy to be all smiles and have a positive outlook and attitude when things are going well. So, what do […]
“The Blue Parakeet”: Rethinking How You Read the Bible, 2nd edition is authored by Dr. Scot McKnight, PhD., publication date 2018, by Zondervan. I came across this phenomenal book as a recommendation from a dear friend (from afar 😉), Lisa D. Harper, PhD, on her podcast, “Back Porch Theology.” My curiosity is piqued by the […]
The Coming of the Holy Spirit 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a noise came from heaven. It sounded like a strong wind blowing. This noise filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw something that looked like flames of fire. The flames were separated and stood […]
It’s no secret that it takes courage to stand up for what you believe in. Whether you are passionate about politics, environmental crises, medical research campaigns, gender and diversity wars in the workplace, serving and making a difference for the marginalized in our communities, activism for the unborn and those without a voice … it […]
4 what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? Psalm 8:4 NIV Those are exactly my thoughts. Who am I that You would take the time to even notice me, let alone tend to my every need … One of my favorite Bible scholars on the planet, Dr. Lisa […]
Titus Two 