We have our plans and ideas of what we should be doing. Even what God would have us do. Ever have your plans upended? Is it possible, like Moses, our plans are short-sighted? ♦ Jeff could see all the pieces coming… Read More ›
Calling
The Fulton Street Meeting
Could it happen again? Why not? Man and nature have not changed. Nor has the need to reach out in humble search of spiritual revival. Whether 160 years ago or today, God hasn’t changed either. ♦ The placard outside the… Read More ›
Christian Devotion to Service?
There’s an easy blending of good Christian service and works with deep devotion and faith. Is there a distinction? Ask yourself 4 questions. ♦ It’s a wonderful thing when people respond to the needs of others. We’re seeing it in flooded… Read More ›
Unwanted Pregnancy Dilemma
What does one do when really faced with the ultimate proverbial choice in life? Particularly when facing strong expectations from unexpected sources. ♦ When Dynah was raped her life turned upside down. The trauma was bad enough. Then came the guilt… Read More ›
Who Needs Personal Transformation?
So who needs personal transformation? We all do, each one of us. There is none too smart, educated, good, sweet, powerful, noble, well-intended, or gifted that is spared. Even a would-be saint. ♦ Of course, I too have become convinced that… Read More ›
Saints and Bumblers – All of Us
Many assume a wide gap between those we hold up to be saints or pillars of the faith and the masses. The truth is that they are fundamentally no different from any of us. ♦ There’s this natural tendency among Christians… Read More ›
God’s Answer to an Anguished Prayer
I recall a very real experience when God answered my anguished prayer. It changed my life and taught me a life lesson about the heart and accessibility of God. ♦ I was reminded this week of a time God spoke to… Read More ›
Finding What You Seek?
We’re all seeking something. Some of us are finding answers and results, or so we think. Others are not sure we’re quite worthy or deserving, or will take whatever we can get. Are you finding what you seek? ♦ While not… Read More ›
The Big Miss
The brilliant parables of Jesus were often confusing to even the Disciples. Here’s one that is often misconstrued in its application for then and now. ♦ The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) is a popular parable told by Jesus that is… Read More ›
Blinded by Idols and Speculations?
Is your view of life influenced by your own idols and speculations? Of course it is. Is that a bad thing? Not necessarily. Depends on if it blinds you. ♦ A father gets on a plane for another day trip across the… Read More ›
“Funny You Should Ask…”
Does God care about our business and marketplace success? Does God get involved in our products and design? Funny you should ask… ♦ I heard a story this week with elements that sound familiar and even seem standard around these parts:… Read More ›
President Nehemiah
I understand that the US President-Elect will hear a sermon about the Biblical character Nehemiah in a morning prayer service prior to his Inauguration. How appropriate. ♦ Regardless whether you like or voted for the man, the newly elected US President,… Read More ›
Biblical Viewpoint 