A few months ago, if you had asked my thoughts on the art of growing houseplants, I probably would have replied, “How hard can it be?” Everything changed when I was gifted a little twin-bucket of succulents – my first ever “houseplants.” I spent the next few weeks worrying over those little things, their lives literally hanging … More The Lesson of the Withering Houseplant
In the absence of a regular jolt to help you see what you’re seeing, you read . . . Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God. Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor. 1 Peter 2:16-17 . . . and, … More Two Simple Words
Prayer is as easy as 1-2-3. Ask for what you want. Say, “In Jesus’ name, Amen.” Walk away, burden lifted. Of course, it may seem that God doesn’t answer your prayer, but that’s not the case. Sometimes he says “yes,” sometimes “no,” and sometimes “wait.” But he always hears, and he always answers in one way or … More 3 Reasons Your Prayers May Go Unheard
“Preach the gospel every day. When necessary, use words.” Perhaps you’ve heard the popular phrase. And perhaps, like me, you’ve cringed. For to preach the gospel, one must use words. . . . then the following scenarios may surprise you. Can you name three instances in which the Christian’s initial responsibility is to do good so … More Live the Gospel Without Using Words
One of the most precious treasures on this earth is gold. Above all else, gold holds the highest value because of its history, appeal, advantages, and rarity. In 1838, with limited forms of travel available, California’s gold caused hundreds of thousands from all over the country to come rushing wildly after it. Did you know there are at … More Rushing Past the Gold
Journey of the Word 