Attracting God
What attracts God? When does God experience delight? Who moves his heart? While the answers to these questions can be many and varied, one certainly attracts God’s immediate attention by […]
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Bragging Rights!
Simply put…I have none. In the words of Paul, “As for me, may I never boast about anything except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of that cross, […]
Practice Praise
“O God, we give glory to you all day long, and constantly praise your name.” Psalm 44:8 Here the Psalmist gives us a simple way to practice the presence of […]
Forgiving Others = Worship the Father Loves
Have you ever gone to church angry with someone? Have you ever sung the songs during worship and even lifted your hands while harboring bitterness in your heart? Have you […]
Signs and Wonders — What are they for?
“I dare you to pray for me,” a tall, solidly built man challenged the pastor. “I don’t believe all this stuff is real.” Having watched dozens of people receive prayer […]
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Small Hands, Bare Feet, Smiling and Shouting
Sitting in McDonald’s having my quiet time with God, I see small children running around and playing on the indoor playground. Small hands. Bare feet. Smiling, squealing, shouting. Up the […]
“Utter Contempt”
What images, behaviors and/or attitudes does the phrase “utter contempt” conjure up in your mind? The unthinkable treatment of Jews by Hitler and the Nazis. Songs by rap artists mocking […]
Reflections on Being Left Behind, or It’s May 22…Now What?
While resting in my recliner this afternoon I wondered to myself, “Why are we vacuuming, planting flowers, doing yardwork and all that stuff if Jesus is returning today at 6pm […]
Ouch! That’s Harsh!
Check it out! Read through Deut. 28:1-14. At least SEVEN TIMES we find the phrases “if you fully obey,” “if you carefully keep all his commands,” “if you obey,” “if […]
Following the Father 