On the Mountain of the Lord

On the Mountain of the Lord

Take your son, your only son, Isaac, whom you love, and go to
the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on
one of the mountains I will tell you... Read More »
“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part Three)

“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part Three)

As we have been walking with David through one of his great songs, we have seen how he responded to heartache and trial, and how those circumstances drove him to his God. Today... Read More »
“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part Two)

“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part Two)

This week we are looking together at Psalm 27, and seeing how hope and faith can be God’s instruments to strengthen us in challenging times. Yesterday we saw the light of the... Read More »
“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part One)

“Psalm 27: The Song of Hopeful Faith” (Part One)

Hope and faith are very big words—words that we need to understand. This brings us to a fascinating song of Israel, Psalm 27, which gives understanding to these powerful ideas... Read More »
Wisdom Gained in Melancholy (Part 2)

Wisdom Gained in Melancholy (Part 2)

Anger is another element that contributes to our gloom. Much has been written about the effect of rage, resentment, mistrust, hate, and suspicion on our peace of mind. All create... Read More »
“Characteristics of a Thermostatic Christian” (Part Three)

“Characteristics of a Thermostatic Christian” (Part Three)

This week, we are considering what it means to be a thermostatic Christian, whose life is marked by the control and wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Monday and Tuesday, we saw four different... Read More »
When People Throw Stones, Part 4

When People Throw Stones, Part 4

This is the fourth, and final, post on coping with the challenges of facing criticism in ministry.

Hold on to Hope

Hold... Read More »
Pulling an Eddie

Pulling an Eddie

“I will tell you. Get up, and do something the Master tells you; so make
yourself his disciple at once.”


~George MacDonald

Scripture:... Read More »
“The Missing Ingredient” (Part Three)

“The Missing Ingredient” (Part Three)

This week we are considering the desperate need for hope among the people of God. Monday we tried to clarify what hope is and what it is not. Yesterday, we look at where hope is... Read More »
“The Missing Ingredient” (Part Two)

“The Missing Ingredient” (Part Two)

This week we are considering the desperate need for hope among the people of God. Yesterday we tried to clarify what hope is and what it is not. Today, we look at where hope is... Read More »
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