In the Absence of a Tree
Do you ever feel alone, even invisible, in the midst of a crowd? Do you perceive fellow believers towering over you in spiritual stature? Do you fade into the background, thinking you are on your own? Luke 19:1-10 tells the wonderful story of Zacchaeus, the chief tax collector who climbed a tree so he could […]
A Tale of Two Hearts
I have always wondered at the angelic visitations that Zechariah and Mary had. They both responded with almost identical words “How can this be?” Yet Zechariah was left literally speechless, and Mary’s speech was full of praise and worship “Behold the handmaiden of the Lord; be it unto me according to your Word.” Let’s look […]
A Soft Heart and a Hard Hat
Ever found yourself in an emotional, physical, and spiritual construction zone? The ground is shaking, your world is in turmoil…debris is flying. Welcome to the VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH. Welcome to life on this earth. These are the times when the enemy works to harden our hearts in unbelief. These are the times […]
Always Here
In John 11, we read the famous Bible story of Lazarus being raised from the dead. This story is fascinating, with the plot twist of Jesus hearing the SOS from Lazurus’ sisters. He then, purposefully, stays away until Lazarus dies and is entombed for four days. A dramatic ending ensues with Jesus raising Lazarus from […]
Even There
Psalm 139:9,10: “If I ride the morning winds to the farthest oceans, EVEN THERE your hand will guide, your strength will support me.” These are intriguing verses. Where ARE the farthest oceans? Point Nemo is an ocean location that is the farthest away from any land in the world. Astronauts would be the closest humans! […]