Living the Dream? Picture it, if you will–a shiny, beautiful baby grand piano. Some people want one and they don’t even play a note. They may see a baby grand as a sign of prestige or perhaps as a great conversation piece. Some may just want one to add flair ...
Read More »Discover Hope in the New Song “My Story” by Big Daddy Weave
Just when I finally think that I have this writing thing all figured out, I am stuck. S-T-U-C-K! Stuck! I can’t say it’s never happened before, but this time it is hitting me hard. Could I be becoming too comfortable—too overconfident–thinking I can just churn out a great article at ...
Read More »Young Orphan Demonstrates the Key to a Prosperous Life
Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. 1 Timothy 6:6 For many years, I have read this verse as: “Godliness + Contentment = the key to abundant living”. Recently, I began glimpsing another understanding: Being content with godliness is the pinnacle of prosperity–the primary purpose of our lives. Doesn’t ...
Read More »Anything That Grows: Lessons from a Lawnmower
I was sitting here in my kitchen, working, when I noticed the grinding whirr of a lawnmower outside. A very familiar sound of summer—it’s grass cutting time. I live in a condo, so I am not the one who has to take on that responsibility (thankfully), but whoever holds that ...
Read More »God Wants You to Feel His Love
“I am my beloved’s, and his desire is toward me.” Song of Solomon 7:10 I want you to stop for just a second and ask yourself a question. Do you feel loved? Don’t answer too quickly but really reflect on the question. Don’t give me the pat answer or the ...
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