New Year Reminder
Dec. 31, 2009
On this last day of the year guess what verse comes up next in our study?
Whose are they?
Dec. 14, 2009
It’s a good question to ask regarding your kids from time to time.
Practicalities in Parenting
Dec. 10, 2009
If you’ve got this “parenting” thing down pat don’t bother reading this today.
Purpose of Parenting
Dec. 7, 2009
I know, I know… the word “purpose” is overused today. Bear with me.
Timing 5.0
Nov. 26, 2009
I’ve dealt with the issue of timing four times already in this blog. Here I go again.
Precious Peace
Nov. 19, 2009
It’s “precious” because it’s not only costly but because it’s invaluable.
"It's not my job"
Oct. 29, 2009
Some of the time I actually believe that I can do the Holy Spirit’s job. Dumb, huh?
From Grief to Good
Oct. 26, 2009
Sure wish we could bypass the "grief" part and just get to the "good" part.
A time to speak, a time to stay silent
Oct. 22, 2009
He is wise in His revelations as well as His reservations.
Lessons from Kickball
Oct. 15, 2009
Yep, even as an adult I can still learn from a kiddie game.
Servants or Friends?
Oct. 12, 2009
The answer to that question determines more than you think.
The Results of Remaining
Oct. 8, 2009
A few more insights from Jesus’ teaching on the “vine.”
The Proof of Love
Sep. 7, 2009
Want to know a sure-fire way of knowing if you love Jesus or not?
The Purpose of Prayer
Sep. 3, 2009
Is prayer simply a “gimme” sort of thing or a “glory” sort of thing?
Unlimited Understanding, Perfect Patience
Aug. 20, 2009
Two phrases that don't describe me at all!
It's a little fuzzy
Aug. 17, 2009
"I'm trying really hard to understand what you're saying, Jesus..."
Utter Darkness
Jul. 23, 2009
I have a hunch the gospel writer was referring to more than night.
Do you understand?
Jul. 13, 2009
Most of the time I have to answer Jesus' question with a "no."
Who's in charge?
Jul. 6, 2009
I guess this is the critical question we all need to answer.
Well, whadduya know?
Jun. 29, 2009
Do you focus on what you DON'T know or on what you DO know?
Timing 3.0
Jun. 22, 2009
Jesus had an unusual sense of the Father’s timing in His life, didn’t He?
When Silence is not Golden
Jun. 18, 2009
There were believers in the 1st century who were afraid to talk about Jesus. Sound familiar?
More than Miracles
Jun. 15, 2009
One would think that miracles would convince even the most hardened skeptics.
Drawing Power
Jun. 11, 2009
Hollywood celebrities are measured by their power to “draw” audiences.
Father, Glorify Thy Name
Jun. 4, 2009
Could there be any higher prayer we could ever pray?
Easy Way Out
Jun. 1, 2009
Jesus had many opportunities to avoid the cross. Here’s yet another one.
Honest Seekers
May. 18, 2009
How do you perceive unbelievers? As worldly infidels to be avoided?
Bringer
May. 14, 2009
You don’t hear a lot about this disciple but he does have a pretty good “claim to fame.”
Word of Mouth
May. 11, 2009
They say this is the best kind of advertising. I guess that’s true regarding the gospel too.
Eventually
May. 7, 2009
I don’t know about you but for an impatient person like me I don’t like that word “eventually.”
A New Kind of King
May. 4, 2009
Uh, this isn’t exactly the way a king is supposed to act...
Marked Man
Apr. 30, 2009
The Bible indicates that Lazarus tended to draw a crowd after being resurrected.
This was Awkward
Apr. 23, 2009
When this event occurred it would have gotten very quiet in the room…
Hope Amidst Hopelessness
Apr. 13, 2009
High drama occurs when a Jesus becomes a marked man.
Present Tense
Mar. 30, 2009
Would you like to be encouraged today through a lesson on grammar?
Wait Watchers
Mar. 26, 2009
Ever wonder why Jesus makes us wait so long before He answers our prayers?
Unseen Love
Mar. 23, 2009
Sometimes love is hidden and not seen. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t there.
Location, location, location
Mar. 19, 2009
Does God have a Plan A and a Plan B? Or just a Plan A?
The Artful Dodger
Mar. 16, 2009
Why couldn’t the Jewish authorities simply grab Jesus whenever they wanted?
How long?
Mar. 12, 2009
This is a question that all of us have a habit of asking, isn’t it?
ICU
Feb. 26, 2009
How ironic that Jesus claimed to be the light of the world in the context of talking with a blind man.
Debate
Feb. 23, 2009
I find it intriguing to see what the disciples were the most interested in.
Writing on the Ground
Feb. 16, 2009
This is the only time in the gospel accounts that it is recorded that Jesus actually writes.
Caught
Feb. 12, 2009
The infamous story of the woman caught in adultery never fails to fascinate us.
Thirsty
Feb. 9, 2009
I'm not only amazed at the content of Jesus' words but also the context in which He says them.
Timing 2.0
Feb. 5, 2009
We either want time to speed up or slow down, depending upon the circumstance.
Can't happen and here's why
Feb. 2, 2009
Philip had carefully figured out all the reasons why it couldn't happen.
Stupid Question?
Jan. 29, 2009
For the One Who had all the answers, I'm amazed at how often Jesus asked questions.
Desperado
Jan. 22, 2009
John is the only one of the four gospel writers to include this fascinating story in his account.
Long Distance Operator
Jan. 19, 2009
Jesus displays His power in this account in a way He had never shown it before.
Rough Route
Jan. 15, 2009
Sometimes the best course of action is the hardest course of action. (I hate that rule!)
Identity Crisis
Jan. 12, 2009
John the Baptist clearly understood exactly who he was and Who Jesus was. Me? I'm still working on it.
Prevailing Winds
Jan. 8, 2009
Of all the images Jesus could have used to explain God's activity in our lives, He uses the image of the wind. Hmmmm...
Furniture Breaking
Jan. 5, 2009
Am I the only one who is sorta bothered by the scene of Jesus cleansing the temple?
Making Things New
Jan. 1, 2009
Today is New Years Day 2009. Jesus wants to do miracles this year for you.