I grew up in a tiny Methodist church with pink brick. The preacher spoke about God’s love a lot, and that is where I learned how very much I am loved. But the Baptist church was an arm length away in our small farm-town, and I would go to the Methodist summer church camp, 4-H camp, and Falls-Creek, the Baptist …
The Grit and Grace of Faith #WordWednesday
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I can just see him. Joshua sits near the waters edge of the Jordan waiting for YHWH. The sound of the men and families in the camp a few …
The Birth of The Word: Logos in Flesh #WordWednesday
Our “Bite” Tuesday inspired a little digging into my archives. I think this post was first posted in 2013. Truth like this never gets old to me. Somehow the Bible breathes new life everyday I study it. Have you experienced this? If you watched the Daily Broadcast you heard this too, but sometimes it’s good to see it in print. …
And You Thought Cyber Monday was a Good Deal
I’m always amazed by the life found when we study under our English. What I found today makes Cyber Monday deals pale in comparison– and I love a good bargain. Are you ready to understand this verse in a new light? Let’s dig deep. He will keep you strong to the end, so that you will be blameless on …
How I Made Peace with the Proverbs 31 Woman #WordWednesday
This week our Bite of Bread reading plan is about “worth”. It’s a great study on what is of great worth to God which helps us navigate what should be valuable to us. One of the verses is Proverbs 31:10. “A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” Well, I’ve always kind of …