What a spring we have had, and what a summer we are having. What many once thought of as the “vision” year of 2020 is being eclipsed by a pandemic like the world rarely sees. Beyond its obvious threats to health and life, the Coronavirus has also invaded our daily conversations, our behaviors and lifestyles, […]
A time to speak?
The wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:7 reminds us that there is a time to be silent and a time to speak. Of course the tough application of that wisdom comes when circumstances force us to choose one or the other. From time to time, and more often in recent days, I have needed to decide whether […]
Pivoting
Recently I was talking with my wife, Beth, about a situation at work where we were heading in one direction, faced some major obstacles, and had to pivot to a new direction. Then we faced additional obstacles and had to pivot again. As I shared my frustration, I noticed Beth grinning, and asked why. “That […]
Sheltering place: Use closer quarters to renew family devotions
I once saw a cartoon that depicted a middle-aged man and an older woman sitting in a kitchen looking bored. Each had a cupcake in front of them, and the caption simply read, “Billy’s 25th homeschool reunion.” During this season of Coronavirus pandemic, many of us are spending much more time at home with our […]
With thanksgiving
Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7 CSB) Not surprisingly, Philippians 4:6-7 is one of the most sought out Bible passages during times of anxiety or […]
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