In the 8th chapter of John, we find a woman who was going to be stoned for adultery and two very important life lessons. When questioned on the situation Jesus replied "...let he who is without sin, cast the first stone" (lesson #1). After a while all the accusers disappeared. Surely if He were to say the… Continue reading 2 Lessons 1 Verse
Category: Reflection
Sing, shout, dance
For the poetically inclined, romantics and maybe even musicians, allow me to suggest the book of Psalms. It's filled with poetic scripture that sometimes requires a few re-reads in order to comprehend, but the last verse of the last chapter of this book is as clear as can be. What I love most is that… Continue reading Sing, shout, dance
Damaged Goods
I remember a conversation I had with a friend some time ago, where I was worried about past mistakes getting in the way of ministry. I can recall his answer as if it were yesterday, "So now you're tainted? Damaged goods? No, you're not". His words marked me and reminded me of Paul's writings in 1 Corinthians 1:28… Continue reading Damaged Goods
Anybody Care?
There are situations in life that can make us feel insignificant. At some point many of us have found ourselves alone, wondering if anyone cares. Truth is, God cares; so much that He even has an inventory of the very hairs on our heads (easier for some than others). We are valuable to Him. In… Continue reading Anybody Care?
Bottomless Pit
There have been times when I've felt like I had a bottomless pit. I searched everywhere for something to fill the void, but was unsuccessful. Money, career, relationships, alcohol, experiences nor anything else can fill the space that was created for one, or better yet THE ONE. In the words of Brooke Fraser "If I… Continue reading Bottomless Pit
See For Yourself
I remember growing up in church and listening to people talk about the things that God had done in their lives. It was nice to hear, but I didn't really know God until I began to see Him working in my own life. It's one thing to hear a person's account of His grace, mercy,… Continue reading See For Yourself
The Weakest Link
"To err is human..." Alexander Pope understood that imperfection is part of our human nature. We are made up of strengths and weaknesses; bound to make mistakes as a result of the latter. In my weakness is when I'm at my most vulnerable, a feeling I detest, but God's grace steps in and everything changes.… Continue reading The Weakest Link
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