DNA and Smartphones
DNA is neat stuff. People who knew my grandfather have often told me how I look and sound like him. I like that. He was a great man of God and I loved him dearly. I’m glad I have some … (read more)
What To Expect (and Do) When God Directs
Handing control over to someone else can be rather uncomfortable and unsettling for some of us, perhaps most of us. After all, generally we want things “our way.” The idea of another person making choices that will affect us deeply … (read more)
Carrying the Work Into New Generations
Recently, when we opened an envelope received in the mail, we were pleasantly surprised to find a check for an unusually large sum of money. It was a bequest from a donor who had a long giving history with the … (read more)
The World Needs Shepherds
As we boarded our flight out of Singapore, soft music was flowing through the plane’s loudspeakers. A smile came immediately to Pris’ face. She recognized the significance of what we were hearing. Christmas music on a plane in mid-November was … (read more)
“By Invitation Only”
Upon seeing that a special occasion is described as “by invitation only,” some might find themselves frustrated or jealous if they wish that they could attend the big event. Others, however, might be elated and feel quite privileged because they … (read more)
“Go Now Fund”
I remember hearing a comedian many years ago who told a story about playing high school football. The team had a bad first half and was losing. In the locker room at half-time, the coach pumped them up with a … (read more)
Pray, Go, Serve
Recently, a colleague sent me a link to an article about a Barna Group survey. In case you are not familiar with the Barna Group, they are a Christian organization out of California that conducts research as a service to … (read more)
Use Whatever Gift You Have Received
One Sunday morning in church, I was listening to the choir. I don’t recall the song, only that it was great as usual. I noticed that while a young lady sang a solo piece, one of the men in the … (read more)
Lots of Planes, and Other “Impossibilities”
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah … (read more)
God’s Calling
Have you been asking God to show you his purpose for your life? Have you been seeking his call? When I was at Bible school, preparing for the mission field many years ago, I was blessed by having a clear … (read more)