Tag Archives: Faith Life

Trust Issues

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 … Continue reading

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In A Handbasket

Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the LORD, who has compassion on you. – Isaiah 54:10 Historians will … Continue reading

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One Moment

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 Today is a somber day on … Continue reading

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On Point

Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. – 1 Corinthians 12:27 I am currently teaching a course at Concordia University, Ann Arbor called “The Art of Teaching.” It is a … Continue reading

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At the end of the -dy

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens – Ecclesiastes 3:1 Over the years, I have passed many milestones of aging. Some of them have been good. I couldn’t wait to turn sixteen … Continue reading

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Stronger than Yesterday

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is … Continue reading

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Uncommon Nonsense

For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel, not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of no effect.  For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who … Continue reading

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Not For Prophet

Suggested Reading: 1 Kings 17 The life of a prophet had to have been incredibly difficult.  Imagine waking up every day, discovering what God wanted you to go and do and then just going to do it.  Think about that … Continue reading

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A Heart Undivided

Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name. – Psalm 86:11 Think for a moment about the number of roles you play.  There is no shortage of them: child, … Continue reading

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Righteousness Revealed

First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of His Son, that without … Continue reading

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