(Part 1) Lights Along the Way

(Part 1) Lights Along the Way

During my life there have been several “special someones” whose thoughts, insights, and encouragement have shaped my ministry in profound ways. One such someone is G. Campbell... Read More »
Interruptions

Interruptions

How can you tell the difference between an interruption and a divine appointment? What makes one unplanned encounter burdensome and another life-giving? We might be tempted to say that... Read More »
Remember . . .

Remember . . .

When we were little, our moms would call after us as we darted out the door to play with our friends: “Remember to look both ways before you cross the street.” And then when we got... Read More »
WRONG PERCEPTION

WRONG PERCEPTION

If we are looking at John 4 through the lens of religion, there is a whole lot wrong with Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman.  Being in the wrong place at the wrong time... Read More »
WRONG QUESTION

WRONG QUESTION

“Will you give me a drink?” (John 4:7-9)  If Jesus was in the wrong place – Samaria, and He was there at the wrong time – around noon, then in verse 7 He is certainly asking... Read More »
WRONG TIME

WRONG TIME

At about noon, Jesus came to Jacob’s well and sat down to rest (John 4:6). He was tired, alone, and hungry. While He was resting, a woman came to draw water (v.7). What the text does... Read More »
WRONG PLACE (Part 2)

WRONG PLACE (Part 2)

What would the world look like if God’s people – and by people I primarily mean me – truly took note of the irreligious message of Jesus? What if we didn’t merely ask What... Read More »
The Peter Principle

The Peter Principle

Even when their foolish words they turned on him, He did not his disciples send away; He knew their hearts were foolish, eyes were dim, And therefore by his side needs must they... Read More »
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 we... Read More »
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