There you are in a nice comfortable boat. That’s not really where you want to be, but it’s manageable. You look far into the distance and spot your dream destination. It looks so beautiful, inviting and reachable. There is only one problem. This boat of yours will not take you … [Read more...]
The Waiting Game
Waiting is hard. Especially when you’re a driven person with a Type A personality, when you love to plan your work and work your plan. I know. I’m very much like that. And so, like you, waiting is big struggle for me. I don’t like to wait. Waiting makes me feel like I’m out … [Read more...]
What We Have in Common with the Man at the Pool of Bethesda
John 5:1-8 recounts the story of Jesus and the man at the Pool of Bethesda. I find this story very instructive in the way we make requests of God. Usually, when we have a desire, not only do we know that desire, we have also figured out the best way to get it. So, when we ask … [Read more...]
God’s Will Does Not Always Equal Smooth Sailing
I wanted to find a book on God’s love. I was led (I believe) to do a personal study on the love of God for me. So, I wanted to find a good book on God’s love, a good book from a trusted source. Books are more powerful than you think. When you open your mind and your spirit to the … [Read more...]