Giving Our Best
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” –Colossians 3:23 “He’s got a piece of my heart,” we say. “Do you want a piece of me?” we ask... Read more
The Kindness Kind of Fruit
Among the many fruits listed in Galatian 5:22, kindness is one that often seems to be overlooked. Patience? We’re glad to pray for more of that. Love, joy, faithfulness? Who doesn’t need more of those... Read more
The Kindness of the Lord
When we say that God is the standard by which we know and measure goodness and righteousness, we admit that there is no definition completely suitable of these things. There is no set of words... Read more
Valentine’s and Trash?
On our first Valentine’s Day together, my now-husband gave me a box of trash. I’m not kidding. He walked around our college campus and picked up recycled items, newspaper clippings, old discarded pen caps, those... Read more
Love With All Your…
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind” –Luke 10:27 Really, Lord? Because we know our hearts, and they... Read more
How Many Guards Do You Need Around Your Heart?
The answer: 2. Here’s why: http://myfaithradio.com/2016/need-2-guard-stations-heart/ Read more
Listening In Clarity
Sometimes I think we’re more accustomed to noise than we are to quiet. The loud must be important. We think that if it is said often enough, it must be valid. In fact, our culture... Read more
Listening Through the Static
I drove past that familiar gnarled tree, and the yellow house I like. Approaching that long stoplight, I slowed to a stop. It’s a road I know. A drive I make daily. I try to... Read more
What You’ll Find In a Stronghold
“The LORD is good, A stronghold in the day of trouble, And He knows those who take refuge in Him.” –Nahum 1:7 A refuge, by itself, is a place that offers sanctuary and safety. It... Read more
What in Your Life is Ruthless?
The headache that comes back again and again. A chronic illness that knocks you off your feet without regard for where you’re headed or how much pain you’re already in. The thought in your head... Read more