You have kept count of my tossings; put my tears in your bottle. Are they not in your book? – Psalm 56:8 In Southeast Texas, the last… Read more “God of My Tears”
Tag: faith
#HelloSeptember
September is a new hope, a fresh beginning. Gentle rain moves in early, cleansing the air of lingering summer as life settles back to a familiar rhythm.… Read more “#HelloSeptember”
A New Song and a New Direction…
Recently I have found myself in a transition period. I have known for some time that it was coming, I just didn’t expect it to come the… Read more “A New Song and a New Direction…”
Kurt Warner – A Hall of Fame Kinda Guy
hIn 1999, the St. Louis Rams were a bottom rung team led by Dick Vermeil, a coach who had walked away from football in 1982, only to… Read more “Kurt Warner – A Hall of Fame Kinda Guy”
The Christian Standard Bible – A Review of the Latest Bible Translation
About a month ago I was sent a review copy of the new Christian Standard Bible. I have been getting acquainted with it and am excited to… Read more “The Christian Standard Bible – A Review of the Latest Bible Translation”
Wild Wild Wyoming – Following Faithfully
Being apart from those we love is certainly difficult, but sometimes that is exactly what we are called to do. My wife Jana recently made the jump… Read more “Wild Wild Wyoming – Following Faithfully”
Don’t Forget the Other Half of the Verse!
You’ve heard it before: “resist the Devil, and he will flee”. But most of us have tried that and found out it is simply not going to… Read more “Don’t Forget the Other Half of the Verse!”
Pentecost: The Day the Church was Born
“Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” These words were spoken by Peter on the day the Church was born, and these words still ring as relevant today… Read more “Pentecost: The Day the Church was Born”
How Quickly They Begin: The True Meaning of Commencement
As we move merrily through the month of May, we enter the season of flowers blooming, students graduating, and thoughts of growth. These days are filled with change,… Read more “How Quickly They Begin: The True Meaning of Commencement”
The Knives Are Out…
I’ve written about the peculiar Christian practice of arguing over films before, and find it interesting that we as Christians are so ready to pull out the knives and… Read more “The Knives Are Out…”
Ngilapha, Send Me.
Every once in a while I take time to write about the various ministries my family members are involved in. Last year my daughter Ruth made her… Read more “Ngilapha, Send Me.”
Steadfast Love
“His Steadfast Love Endures Forever” Yesterday I released a song that is very special to me, titled “Steadfast Love”, and I would be thrilled and honored if you… Read more “Steadfast Love”
Top Ten Verses For When You Are Worried and Afraid
Fear. Anxiety. Worry. These are the words that weigh down every one who is trying to focus their life and attention on the things of God. It… Read more “Top Ten Verses For When You Are Worried and Afraid”
Little League and Thankful Mornings
I spent last night at our local Little League field, waiting for the rainout. During this time of year, the ball field is where I spend most… Read more “Little League and Thankful Mornings”
A Proverb A Day
The book of Proverbs is a book of wisdom, and I for one will take all the wisdom I can get! In a world where our lives… Read more “A Proverb A Day”
10 Verses That Give Us Hope
One of the great misconceptions about Christianity is that as a Christian, life will be easy. The truth is that even though we have found new life… Read more “10 Verses That Give Us Hope”
People of Faith – People of Film
The movie “Noah” hits theaters tomorrow, and as Christians we must decide what to do with it. It begs a larger question: how does a Christ follower… Read more “People of Faith – People of Film”
An Unexpected Lesson From Peyton Manning
Recently this strange picture of NFL QB Peyton Manning went viral: What exactly is he doing? Why does he have only one ankle in a pool, and… Read more “An Unexpected Lesson From Peyton Manning”
Unqualifed: The Story of Amos
When we are seeking God in the Scriptures, we often instinctively turn to the Gospels or to the Psalms. But much wisdom can be found in a… Read more “Unqualifed: The Story of Amos”
The Way I See It 