Today as you enjoy Saturday and prepare for Sunday, I encourage you to remember how the Lord rescued you from your Egypt. Remember what it was like in slavery, remember how the Lord took you by the hand and led you out of the pit. What makes you want to return? What about it looks …
Horses were a big deal in the Ancient Near East. Horses were a sign of wealth, they were a vehicle for war, they pulled chariots, carried kings. In the book of Deuteronomy, the Lord gave instructions to Moses regarding a king. He knew that one day the people of Israel would want a king just …
Have you ever longed for something so much you could taste it? Like when you make plans for the weekend and all week, you long for Friday. Now it’s Friday and you just can’t wait for the clock to say 5:00? Your longing will soon be fulfilled! I understand longing for the thing that meets …
As I worked outside in my landscaping, a song ran through my mind on repeat. A portion of the lyrics are this: “…Sing a little louder (in the presence of my enemies); sing a little louder (louder than my unbelief); sing a little louder (my weapon is a melody); sing a little louder (heaven comes …
Romance. Chick flicks. Whatever you call them, they usually include a character who pursues someone in spite of great opposition. This person refuses to take no for an answer and is jealous for the affection of his/her true love. Jealousy has a bad rap. Mostly it motivates people to do stupid things that are harmful …
What distinguishes you from those around you? Is there anything at all that you won’t leave home without? Something that gives you confidence and courage? Moses was asked to perform an amazing feat: lead a nation out of slavery in Egypt to a land of their own. Considering the number of people and the magnitude …
A few days ago I wrote encouraging my dear readers to be okay with whatever emotion comes during these days of isolation. Some days are peaceful, joyfilled and quiet, some days are…not. Today was not…for me. The last few days have been very difficult. Dave encouraged me to remember this is short term, keep the …
Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path. Don’t get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil. Proverbs 4:25-27 I don’t know about you, but my eyes are starting to wander. Wandering to the left and the right, …
Welcome to Sunday! May your day be filled with blessing and precious moments of worship with a community of believers. Check out an online service today and join others as they explore what it means follow Jesus. I would love to have you join me today at Maple City Chapel. Service is live at 9:00 …
Shame is born in public and lived out in private. This statement caught my attention the other day while watching a Netflix original. It started me thinking. It seems to be true and yet, is it always? It is said that shame is about WHO we are while guilt is about WHAT we do. I …