“[On Ash Wednesday] we recognize life as a precious gift from God, and re-turn our lives towards Jesus Christ.” —The Upper Room Ministries This morning I was going through my emails and also contemplating what to share on this first day of Lent. The subject line of an email caught my attention: “The Life You … Read more
“I wish for strength-– To overcome that which weighs me down, As well as to succomb to that to which I should.” –Keith Turley Been awake since about 2:30am this morning. At about 3:00 I finally decided I couldn’t stand being in bed trying to go to sleep. Usually when this happens I find myself … Read more
“Our problem is that we assume prayer is something to master the way we master algebra or auto mechanics. That puts us in the “on-top” position, where we are competent and in control. But when praying, we come “underneath,” where we calmly and deliberately surrender control and become incompetent.” –Richard J. Foster Reading this was … Read more
“He is the Source. Of everything. Strength for your day. Wisdom for your task. Comfort for your soul. Grace for your battle. Provision for each need. Understanding for each failure. Assistance for every encounter.” –Jack Hayford One of the books I am reading right now is Almost Home by Joan Bauer. It is a very enlightening book … Read more