One of the most reassuring promises in the Bible is found in Romans 8:28: “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” As someone once quipped for emphasis, “’All’ means ALL, and that is all ‘all’ means!” Indeed,… Read More »

Today I am imagining and loving God’s promise to make our lives like a well-watered garden (Isaiah 58:11). A well-watered garden bursts with life, and as the Master Gardener, the Lord nurtures my spiritual growth with the living water of His Spirit. He ensures consistent moisture levels, knowing exactly what I need, how much, and… Read More »

We’ve been cordially invited to “Seek His face continually” (Psalm 105:4). That means 24/7/365. How can the Lord extend such an extravagant offer to all of us. Unlike human beings, “The everlasting God the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, does not become weary or tired” (Isaiah 40:28). Years ago, during one… Read More »

Many years ago, my toddler daughter pulled a cup of boiling water down from the kitchen counter onto her chest. We rushed her to the hospital, and every morning we held her until the nurse came to treat her burns. She would desperately cling to us because the treatment was so painful we could hear… Read More »

“Yet, not my will, but Yours be done” (Luke 22:42). When Jesus lifted this prayer on the most distressful night of His life—the night He was arrested and crucified—it was not a prayer of resignation but of trust. He was not consenting to His Father’s will because He had no other choice. For when Peter… Read More »

When it comes to loving our neighbor as ourselves, it’s more about being sensitive to opportunities than it is about the size of our actions. The smallest things can sometimes create great effects. Just as a single domino can set off a chain reaction, our small gestures can be tipping points of change in the… Read More »

The Rosetta Stone is an ancient Egyptian artifact that was discovered in 1799. The inscriptions on the stone played a crucial role in unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian language and culture, which bridged centuries of lost knowledge. In a similar way, Jesus is the Rosetta Stone of the Bible and of Life itself. Through… Read More »

Ah, life! It is such a glorious and dynamic affair. In my walk with the Lord, I have discovered that He does not intend to be a replacement or substitute for my earthly experiences, relationships, and responsibilities. He wants me to enjoy the ball game, take dance classes, grow in my career, enjoy being in… Read More »

Contentment is a treasure. “More” is a treadmill. “I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want” (Philippians 4:12). This secret… Read More »

Many years ago, an excited me shared the story of how I came to know Christ with a friend. His response was immediate and sharp, “I believe in the power of me!” he barked. At the time, I recoiled at his brashness. But in truth, he had a point. People can and have done lots… Read More »