I have used “It is what it is!” more than I care to admit. As if to say “the facts are the facts…we just have to deal with it.” But Jesus (God) is the great
Is your agenda more important than Truth? Jesus had more than a few encounters with people who were so committed to their own agendas that they tripped over Truth…even when it…or He…was right in front
Stunning story in Matthew 20:29-34. Two blind men recognize Jesus on the scene. They have the gumption to ask Him for their sight. The crowd tries to shut them up. But they persist. Jesus stops.
“…and [Jesus] did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.” (Matthew 13:58…Matthew 13:53-58 for full story.) Are you kidding me? Really? The people there could have experienced miracles (help w their
You can “Move God”! Really! With the courage to ask…the persistence to keep asking…and the faith to believe…you can influence God to action. A woman did this exact things years ago. Reflect on Matthew 15:21-28.
Life feel heavy to you? Too much? Too fast? Too painful? Not enough margin? Not enough rest? Exhausted? A bit disillusioned with life and work perhaps? I feel you. I have recently felt the same.
Helen Keller said “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” Even more challenging is having sight, but not being able to see (or perceive or understand). The Bible teaches
Reflecting on John 21:18-23 this morning. Powerful! Was reminded that “Comparisons Can Kill.” Peter looked around and said “What about him?” Jesus replied “If I want him to….what is that to you?” For those of
The God Life…this Life by Design…this Life God has designed for us…is more than just a bunch of knowledge. It’s more than just labels…and bumper stickers…and nice shiny decals and jewelry. It’s more than just
Here’s the situation: You’re trying something bold…daring…presumed impossible…a bit outlandish…and someone says “Come on…be real!” or “Wait a minute, we need to be realistic about this!” Catch the words “real” and “realistic.” Whose reality? What