I have been seeing quite a few Facebook posts lately that begin with, “If you voted for _____, go ahead and unfriend me.” or “If you believe ______, I don’t know how you can call yourself a Christian and you should just unfollow me.” What follows are often harsh and demeaning categorizations of people based … Continue reading Grace, Grace, God’s Grace
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I am a Sheep
Being referred to as “sheep” has become such an insult. It has become a term that indicates those who blindly follow. Someone who is naive and gullible. Scripture paints a different, quite beautiful picture of a shepherd with his sheep. "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give … Continue reading I am a Sheep
Mercy Triumphs
According to the dictionary, mercy is “compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.” When was the last time you made a mistake and hoped that you would be shown mercy? Maybe it was words said in haste or an overreaction to a situation. We have all … Continue reading Mercy Triumphs
God Never Changes
Almost five months ago, our “normal” changed dramatically. Overnight, schools closed, businesses closed, and many people started working from home. We couldn’t go to church or the movies or the mall. Our daily lives seemed to come to a halt. Two weeks of social distancing has turned into five months and things continue to change. … Continue reading God Never Changes
Clothed in Kindness
One of the difficult things about living in our society today is that regardless of the choice you make, you will be criticized. Let’s talk about schools for a moment. There are parents who do not want to send their kids back to school in the fall. They have very legitimate reasons. There are parents … Continue reading Clothed in Kindness
He Gives Me Strength
We are one week away from the end of July. Our nation has faced many challenges in the last four months. Unfortunately, it looks like there isn’t much of an end in sight. Difficult decisions have to be made and so many are exhausted from trying to make the right ones when regardless of the … Continue reading He Gives Me Strength
Love One Another
I keep reading arguments about whether or not Jesus would wear a mask or carry an American flag. There is no way that we can speak for Christ. However, the discussion does bring up a valid point - we should be striving to live more like Christ. How can we do that? “A new command … Continue reading Love One Another
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ
My heart is crushed. It’s broken. It’s overwhelmed by all of the hate and division on social media. By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:35 Christians, we are doing a lousy job of showing Christ’s love to the world right now. Christ … Continue reading Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ
Easter Traditions and Sacrifices
When I was growing up, Easter was a day full of traditions. Weeks in advance, we would head to the store to choose the pattern and fabric for our new dresses. Mom and grandma would spend several Saturdays, measuring, cutting and sewing. I can still hear their conversations as they worked. We always woke up … Continue reading Easter Traditions and Sacrifices
You are not Alone
A little more than six years ago, our son passed away. Just before he passed away, my mom was diagnosed with terminal cancer. For the eight months that we had with her, I spent quite a bit of time traveling to her home to take her for chemo treatments. On those drives, I often found … Continue reading You are not Alone
With Eyes on the Cross 