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We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. 2 Corinthians 5:20 It’s probably been a while since you went anywhere that necessitated a nametag. But think back to those good ol’ days (um, a year ago) when there were live conferences, work meetings, group service projects, etc.—any gathering where itContinue reading “what kind of name tag do you wear?”

And Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” Matthew 9:28 You’ve probably heard it said by well-meaning Christians and non-Christians alike: “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” Really? What about all the mindless escapism into social media or binge-watched shows? What about the rampant alcohol andContinue reading “unbearable”

Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters,Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit. Jeremiah 17:7-8 When aContinue reading “rooted”

See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! 1 John 3:1 I’m not a social media person (or, for that matter, media in general). In fact, I am completely disconnected from all things Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snap Chat, etc. (It makesContinue reading “status change”

Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?  What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “IContinue reading “separate yourself”

“The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “Therefore I hope in Him!” Lamentations 3:24 We were all waiting for 2020 to be over, as if by magic all the insanity and uncertainty and strife of the year would disappear. We thought that turning that calendar page would lift the fog to a new, bright day. We put our hope inContinue reading “hope in the Lord”

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not see. Hebrews 11:1 At first glance, this verse from the author of Hebrews sounds confusing. How is faith “substance” and “evidence”? Isn’t faith just a belief or trust, usually in someone or something? And wouldn’t “evidence” or proof come not from the belief itself but fromContinue reading “give evidence”

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenlyContinue reading “be resolute”

Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Romans 12:13 Let’s be completely honest here. For all the “merry” and “happy” proclamations we give and receive this holiday season, merriment can be far from a reality. In fact, for many of us, depression and despair mark our world during this time muchContinue reading “facing the holiday darkness”

But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. Galatians 4:4-5 Research from Gallup last year (Dec., 2019) revealed that although 93% of Americans celebrate Christmas, only 35% of those do soContinue reading “but Christmas”