Lost and Found

The Case of the Missing Hearing AidWe lose stuff all the time. Sometimes we find the lost item. And sometimes the circumstances of its recovery aren’t earthly, as I’ve written about here before. My dear friend, whom I’ll call Jennifer, sent me another story of divine assistance—but in this case she was led to find […]


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A Walk Through the Valley of the Shadow, Part One

Lead the Way, Lord!New believers sometimes imagine God as the Holy vending machine, standing by to dispense everything we request. Others believe salvation promises that no bad things will ever come our way again. But God works in His ways, which surpass our understanding. Walking with Christ is no guarantee of a life free of […]


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Problems and Protection: Timing is Everything

Spotting God in the Rear View MirrorOur pastor has been known to point out that a situation that looks like a problem can prove to be protection. In these cases, it’s only in hindsight–life’s “rear view mirror”–that we recognize His hand on us. Perhaps the classic example in this genre is the “I missed my […]


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Happy Fourth of July!!!

A Moment of StillnessHappy Fourth of July, everyone! I wish you a day filled with fireworks, barbeques, music, good weather and better company. Amidst the commotion and excitement, invite a moment of stillness into your day. 10 Be still, and know that I am God!I will be honored by every nation.I will be honored throughout […]


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Little Blessings

His Eye is on the SparrowIn the film Bruce Almighty, the title character is provided a taste of God’s power. Of course, he experiences this power from a human perspective. In one memorable scene, Bruce hears prayers offered to God: the chorus becomes a cacophony as humans lift their voices to God. A weak point […]


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