August 4 I tend to take my salvation for granted. And when I do stop to thank Jesus for his profound love and sacrifice, I still underestimate the gospel. How? By forgetting I’m a Gentile. I shouldn’t belong in Jesus’s family. I shouldn’t have access into this incredible mystery of divine grace. But I do. … Continue reading Hope for the Gentile (Like Me)
July 14 It's been a good, busy, eventful, emotional week. I'm resting this Sunday afternoon and hope you are too. Ask God to refresh you today as you read this beautiful Psalm. Psalm 145 I will extol you, my God and King, and bless your name forever and ever. 2 Every day I will bless … Continue reading Psalm 145
June 16 I've never minded being a pastor's kid. I get to see a side of my dad no other church member sees. I get to watch my pastor behind the curtain of Sunday morning service. And Dad's example has taught me (at least) three things: A relationship with God is foremost. Dad faithfully spends … Continue reading My Favorite Pastor
May 12 I did school differently than most people. I brainstormed algebra problems in my basement and spent lunch breaks in my backyard. I was homeschooled, which means the job of teaching me fell almost completely on Mom’s shoulders. In two weeks I’ll wrap up high school and graduate. Looking back over my 13 years … Continue reading My Favorite Teacher
February 10 Things that make me happy… a sliver of moon over a mellow sunrise; fog below Bible time, quiet making more coffee stirring orange juice morning drive alone old highway 50 singing “this good day” while i drive cresting that hill i love trying to watch the road and the horizon at once friendly … Continue reading This Good Day
December 2 As I’ve thought more about contentment lately, especially with Christmas approaching, a song came to mind. It’s called Simple Living (A Rich Young Man) by Keith and Kristyn Getty. The song narrates two instances where Jesus addresses wealthy men and the worthlessness of riches. My favorite verse is the third one, which poetically … Continue reading A Song for Contentment
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