But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, so that the surpassing greatness of the power will be of God and not from ourselves - 2 Corinthians 4:7 Life in this world is messed up. It is marked by stress and struggle. I see it on a daily basis in my office as I listen to Continue Reading…

Some of the phrasing from evangelicals is kind of funny and a little gross too.  “Washed in the blood” and “On-fire for Jesus” tend to be phrases that don’t connect to well with most people, unless they speak fluent Christianese.  Yet I have found that many of the simple words we use to describe this Continue Reading…

Christian life is both a destination and a journey. The destination is God, and if you are a believer in Jesus, you have already arrived at the destination. The journey is the unpacking of all that you received at the moment of salvation (Ephesians 1:3). Part of my evolving journey has to do with how Continue Reading…

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.” – Isaiah 43:2a Last month I had the opportunity to travel to Brazil to visit a good friend. While I was there, we took a day trip to see Iguazu Falls. Continue Reading…

I’m a pretty consistent participant in the Facebook Community. I admit it – I like it. I find it fun, a way to keep up and connect with people in a quick and simple fashion, a way to see what others are thinking and doing in the world, and just plain intriguing to see how Continue Reading…