Parents, Children, and the Curse 1

During this time of sheltering-in-place one of the many things all can work on is spending time with our sons and daughters. There is much comedic banter about the challenges and difficulties of parenting. And yes, parenting does come with its challenges. However, we ought to use this time as opportunity to enjoy our sons … Continue reading Parents, Children, and the Curse 1 →

My Ride

I recently purchased a road bicycle. Since my mid- to late twenties I have wanted to get into cycling. However, I never really pursued it. I honestly made excuses for not pursuing it. My list of excuses included but were not limited to “I’m too busy” or “I don’t know anyone else who does this … Continue reading My Ride →

Love, Unconditional 2

Hosea’s obedience is not Biblical licensure for frolicking freely and shamelessly sharing bodily fluids with whomever we desire. Scripture provides clear commentary and guidance regarding sexual ethics and the gift of sex for the covenant of marriage. It also speaks to the consequences of the abuse of sexual relationships beyond the scope of Biblical sexual … Continue reading Love, Unconditional 2 →

Love, Unconditional 1

Imagine spending your life committed to your mother and father’s teachings regarding faith, commitment to the Lord, and wanting to duplicate what you have been taught in your own life as a man, an adult, a person. Dreaming of being a husband, father, and building a home. Dreaming of your bride - perfect, loving, kind, … Continue reading Love, Unconditional 1 →

A Life that Lasts

Daniel is considered one of Old Testament literature’s luminaries. His visions are legendary and have been the topic of discussions and study for centuries. What is most fascinating in addition to his literary skills and spiritual giftedness is his life. Much of what is heard by congregants, parishioners, and listeners of pulpiteers is considered the … Continue reading A Life that Lasts →

Inevitable Denial

Jesus' response to Peter's declaration of commitment was "...you will deny me..." (Mt 26:34). I believe Peter's response is the response of most of us. We will chirp up with boastful retorts filled with our love and devotion to Christ the King. We are fully aware of what He has done for us. Our souls … Continue reading Inevitable Denial →

More Than Our Storms

We are more than our storms. We are pilgrims passing through. Journeying through to the other side-the promise land. Living one day as a thousand years and a thousand years as one day. He, Christ the King-Jesus, rose from the dead shall return. We shall meet Him in the sky, dead first, than all who … Continue reading More Than Our Storms →

His Tools. His Instruments.

The Apostle Paul was a seasoned tent maker who determined within himself to pursue rabbinical studies to become a Rabbi. He was a tent maker by day and student by night. Upon his conversion, the Lord did not discontinue his tent making or his studies. The Lord used Paul in both. Journey Tent making provided … Continue reading His Tools. His Instruments. →

Personalized Faith

Faith is a very peculiar thing. Jesus is never limited by our limitations, confined by our conditions, or confused by our circumstances. These are the moments and spaces where He thrives and gets the glory. How Shall I Know Zechariah saw the facts and condition of his life versus what the angel spoke into his … Continue reading Personalized Faith →

Loneliness

Many have found comfort in the solitude of self quarantine and stay home orders. The herds of humans hammering highways, gone. Reductions in raging rush hours, heavenly. Corralled crowds cattling coveted spaces of consumption and spoil, a thing of recent past. These events have been therapeutic and music to their wellbeing. Solitude is sanctuary and … Continue reading Loneliness →