I’ve been thinking about virtue lately. The dictionary defines virtue as “behaviour showing high moral standards.” Virtue isn’t about knowing; it’s about doing. James understood this connection between knowing and doing when he asked, “Who among you is wise and understanding?” (James 3:13) He goes on to say that a person’s wisdom should be shown by his good … Continue reading Look UP!
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of … Continue reading A Morning Prayer for Standing Firm
Have you ever had one of those dreams where your entire night is spent looking for something? The search is futile and frustrating. Sometimes I wake up from dreams like that with such a sense of sadness and loss. I was thinking about that this week in contrast to this promise the Lord gave to … Continue reading The Power of “After” (when you’re still in the middle)
One verse from Psalm 68 caught my attention this week. The whole psalm is a magnificent declaration of God’s strength and power over His enemies. But in the midst of this somewhat terrifying picture of God’s majesty, what caught my eye was the tender tone of verse 6 which reads: God provides homes for those … Continue reading Willing to Be Blessed
Psalm 93 The LORD reigns, in triumph clothed, clothed is the LORD, in strength He is girded. Yes, the world stands firm, not to be shaken. Your throne stands firm from of old, from forever You are. The streams lifted up, O LORD, the streams lifted up their voice, the streams lift up their roaring. … Continue reading Sometimes We Long to Be HIGH and DRY
My Peace in the Puzzle 