In his book, Emotionally Health Spirituality, the author, Peter Scazzero, talks about inevitable pain and difficult times that all followers of Christ (and arguably all humans) go through at some point in their lives. He calls it “the Wall–or, as the ancients called it, “the dark night of the soul.” I refer to it as… Continue reading Lessons from the Wilderness
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Pressing On – Continued
I wrote a blog post in September of 2021 about Pressing On, during a time in my life when things were going along pretty well. You can find it elsewhere on my blog. I wrote and shared it to remind myself and whoever would read it, that we should maintain a long obedience in the… Continue reading Pressing On – Continued
My Values
Values that have shaped my life – and hopefully guide me going forward. I created this list back in 2017, as I thought about my personal mission statement. Be intentional: I want my life to be shaped by God’s word. As I thought about these values I could not think of a specific verse where… Continue reading My Values
Thanks in the dark
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” Isaiah 9:2 NIV The local Christian radio station has started exclusively playing “Christmas” songs. I confess that I find that a little annoying because the good ones are mixed in with so… Continue reading Thanks in the dark
Answer to Prayer
The Lord has heard my cry for mercy; the Lord accepts my prayer. Psalm 6:9 I am sharing this because it is good to remember the ways God has been good to us. I wrote this over 8 years ago, but on this anniversary, I thought it would be good to share. On Monday Sept… Continue reading Answer to Prayer
Wrist reminders
“Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.” Deuteronomy 11:18 NIV I have always been struck by the paradox of our existence before a holy God. On the one hand, we are made in his image and he placed us… Continue reading Wrist reminders
The road of your life
Growing up, Iowa State Highway 14 was the road that probably defined my childhood. We lived just a mile out of town at the first house over the bridge and past the golf course. Our family traveled that mile a lot. Running to town for some groceries, going to a church function, or participating in… Continue reading The road of your life
Beneath the Cross of Jesus
Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe… Continue reading Beneath the Cross of Jesus
The Songs of Lent-Introduction
But if a wicked person turns away from the wickedness they have committed and does what is just and right, they will save their life. Ezekiel 18:27 I must confess that Lent was not part of my tradition as I grew up. It was something other people observed by giving something up. I really didn’t… Continue reading The Songs of Lent-Introduction
The Pursuit of Wholiness
… and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:24 It is not enough to just pray to God to make you Holy, we need to take active steps to be Wholly His. We cannot do it alone, but we must play an active role… Continue reading The Pursuit of Wholiness
A Long Intentional Walk 