True Community (repost)

This devotional was originally published on February 17, 2017. A few years ago, I had a conversation with a guy about running. My heart and mind have always loved the idea of a good run, but my body, even at my peak times of fitness, has always rebelled. Literally,...

Sharing the Good News

And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. — Luke 2:10 And the Scriptures agree, for it is written: There is no one who always does what is right, no, not even one! There is no one...

Trust the Provider

Tell those rich in this world’s wealth to quit being so full of themselves and so obsessed with money, which is here today and gone tomorrow. Tell them to go after God, who piles on all the riches we could ever manage—to do good, to be rich in helping...

Loving Others

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. — John 13:34 But for right now, until that completeness, we have three things to do to lead us toward that consummation: Trust...

The Voice Of Truth

But the voice of truth tells me a different story The voice of truth says, “Do not be afraid!” The voice of truth says, “This is for My glory” Out of all the voices calling out to me I will choose to listen and believe the voice of truth...

Heart of Worship

Growing up, I dabbled in acting a little. I had some roles in church productions and high school musicals. I had fun being in shows but, honestly, preparing my part was not my favorite. Memorizing and running lines was really taxing. It’s also a crazy task to...