Unexpected GenerosityI recently read a story about generosity that I think rightly conveys how powerfully God can use us to express His love to others....
Love. Live. Lead.“Love. Live. Lead.” Every Sunday I repeat this phrase during the welcome portion of our services. Information explaining this phrase is...
Safety in NumbersI found myself in a fascinating conversation this past week in which I was reminded of the power…and safety…of connection. While at an...
Pray...and let God worry!Of the various disciplines related to following Jesus Christ, I have always found prayer to be among the most difficult. Lack of faith,...
Avoiding the Rat RaceAs I shared last week, there seems to be one common denominator within almost all of our lives…the suffocating presence of busyness. In...
Weary and Heavy LadenThis past week has been very busy. With the start of school, endless meetings, job responsibilities, ministry expectations, and the sense...
Ten Thousand HoursIn a recent time of personal Bible reading, I came across a phrase which caught my attention. Psalm 109 is listed among what theologians...
Hope for PosterityI recently read a powerful story regarding encouragement for parenting which I believe has a broader application. Baseball star [Cal]...
Statement of FaithWhat is your statement of faith? Maybe this is a question that you thought could never apply to an individual, but only to an...
My Story with MissionsMy first experience with out-of-town mission work came in 1990. I had just turned 15 and I traveled with my youth group to St. Louis, MO,...
