Resurrection Sunday 2018
What more shall I say, Christ arose before day, His new life has conquered my old! What more shall I say, death’s been beaten away! Christ is RISEN! just as he foretold! By his life I see life, By his … Continued
Palm Sunday 2018
Not because the donkey was strongest or best It wasn’t yet a white steed, to tower over the rest Not because you’d do what everyone asked No, you’re king and you’ll take your own counsel at last. Jesus, you entered … Continued
Book Review: Hope When It Hurts (Wetherell, Walton)
To me, one of the hardest aspects of suffering is how it isolates us and convinces us we are alone – the only one who is struggling. Whether we are experiencing deep hurt, or feeling discouraged, disappointed or disillusioned, our … Continued
Book Review: Leadership As An Identity (Loritts)
This is a rare book that brings together the author’s strengths (wisdom, experience and excellent articulation of truth) with the timeless truths that surpass us all and the necessary moment by moment dependence on the Lord. This is a must … Continued
Book Review: The Bard and the Bible (Hostetler)
This unique devotional does exactly what you’d expect, but more. The author is trusted for his wit, humor and keen insights into the human heart and life. This recent work doesn’t disappoint. Hostetler demonstrates the enduring connection between Shakespeare and … Continued
Book Review: The Guardians (Mitch A. Schultz)
This novel combines an earthy realism with a hopeful portrait of grace. If you want to read a book that couples some of the best parts of Christianity with the hardest pains of daily life, buy it and buckle … Continued
Helping Moths
As I was driving home the other night, I saw something that looked like a bat flopping around on the road in front of me on a quiet street. As I pulled over, I got out to find a very … Continued
The Bar is Set High; Set the Bar High
Growing up, our family was very involved in sports. We played a few and watched lots of games, sets, matches, olympic events; you name it, we watched ‘em. One thing that I remember very clearly was the young “me” being … Continued
Thoughts On Freedom
I’ve had a couple moments in the past week where I’ve gone from reading /posting about atrocities in Iraq to laughing about a silly video – all within moments. At first, I had to resist the urge to think this … Continued
Book Review: The Red Letter Life (Bob Hostetler)
Red Letter Life is going to be one of those books that serve some as a ready primer to the Christian Faith. Others will read and reread it throughout their lives as a go-to book for encouragement, teaching or reminder … Continued