Category Archives: Faith

Live for the Applause of the Nail-Scarred Hands

Posted on June 14, 2020 by
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That’s What I See

Posted on June 12, 2020 by

Two images have been seared in my mind these past few days. Both are scandalous, although for differing reasons. The image of George Floyd… …and the image of President Trump. The contrast between the two is stark. The image of … Continue reading →

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What Breaks Your Heart?

Posted on May 30, 2020 by

What breaks your heart? I’ve been thinking about the things that get us really incensed, the sorts of things that outrage us. In my circles, I hear a lot of outrage over things like businesses requiring patrons to wear masks. … Continue reading →

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Be Gracious: A Quarantine Prayer

Posted on April 20, 2020 by

Turn to me and be gracious to me… Psalm 86:16 Let’s face it: we’re spending a lot of time with our loved ones in close quarters these days. I’ve found myself saying this repeatedly over the past few weeks — … Continue reading →

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The Hope That You Have

Posted on April 16, 2020 by

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect… 1 Peter 3:15 … Continue reading →

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Scarcity and the Abundance of God

Posted on March 23, 2020 by

I have a confession to make: I am really struggling with a scarcity mindset right now. A few nights ago, I went out to the store to get some bread. When I got there, this is what I found:  I’ve … Continue reading →

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Dealing with Fear Faithfully

Posted on March 20, 2020 by

What were the do’s and don’ts in your house when you were growing up? Around our house, the list of “do’s” was pretty standard: brush your teeth, make your bed, clean your room, etc. Those were the things I was … Continue reading →

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The Gospel According to Genesis: When We Wrestle

Posted on February 17, 2020 by

In our study of Genesis, we have talked about a God who creates; a God who faithfully keeps His promises; a God who sees us, even when we feel overlooked. We have looked at the stories of Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, … Continue reading →

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The Gospel According to Genesis: When God Provides

Posted on February 11, 2020 by

Today in our series, The Gospel According to Genesis, we reach one of the most difficult stories in the Bible: the story found in Genesis 22. In Judaism, it is known as “The Akedah” — “The Binding of Isaac.” But … Continue reading →

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The Gospel According to Genesis: When We Laugh, Part 2

Posted on February 5, 2020 by

And this whole story repeats itself in the next chapter.  And the LORD appeared to him by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the door of his tent in the heat of the day.  Genesis 18:1 Not long … Continue reading →

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