Arms Enough

Arms Enough

“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” (2 Timothy 2:1) “Strengthened” by your grace is a wonderful place to start the morning. Your father’s heart sees me precisely where I am. With you, I am not a problem to be solved or a...
Interrupters

Interrupters

“On one of those days, as he was teaching, Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there, who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was with him to heal.” (Luke 5:17) Jesus was having “one of those days.”...
As We Go

As We Go

“Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved!” (Psalm 80:3) Show us your face Lord, as we fly across the world to stand before your children in another land, children whom you love dearly. Let your presence be reflected in us, your expression of love...
Always Never Wanted

Always Never Wanted

“May he grant you your heart’s desire and fulfill all your plans!” (Psalm 20:4) A few years ago my nephew Jacob could not wait to open one of his gifts. It was Christmas Eve and be begged his dad relentlessly. Finally, his dad acquiesced. Jacob dove under the...
Wait and See

Wait and See

“From of old no one has heard or perceived by the ear; no eye has seen a God besides you, who acts for those who wait for him.” (Isaiah 64:4) The God we serve lavishes us with undeserved grace and remarkable strength. He tells his children to lean on him, to draw our...