The story of Elijah in the wilderness is such a good one.  It reminds us that even though we do … Continue reading In a Whisper

A couple years ago, I picked up a New Living Translation Life Application Study Bible from Half Price Books.  I … Continue reading Underlined, Not Understood

I’ve talked to people before who claim that Christianity is nothing more than a list or arbitrary moral do’s and … Continue reading In Response

Jesus said there was a link between our hearts and our treasure.  Where our treasure is, there our hearts will … Continue reading A Plain Incline

At Annual Conference last week, Bob Farr, the director of church development for the Missouri Conference, shared about what it … Continue reading Outsiders

Good ol’ Aunt Bethany.  Ever see Christmas Vacation?  Aunt Bethany is the older lady who ends up saying the most … Continue reading Grace

How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word. I have tried hard to find you— don’t let … Continue reading Staying in the Word

The account of Barabbas in the Passion story has always been one that has interested me.  From what I’ve read, … Continue reading The Barabbas in Us

The story of Peter’s denial in Mark 14 is a familiar one.  It’s one of those times when we shake … Continue reading Not Just a River in Egypt

Sometimes we forget our roots.  We forget about the things that got us to where we are.  We think that … Continue reading Remember