Breaking the Jar
In John 12, Jesus is in Bethany with people He loves. Martha is serving, Lazarus is alive, and everything in […]
Things Too Wonderful for Me
“I do not concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me. I have calmed and quieted myself…” […]
There is More to This Company Than its Benefits
“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” – Luke […]
Thy Rod & Thy Staff
“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he […]
The Ones Who Walk Away
I have always been a fan of thought-provoking literature. In college, I was particularly moved by a short story my […]
Those Who Live By the Sword, Die by the Sword
When Jesus told Peter to put away his sword in Matthew 26:52, He was not merely preventing a showdown in […]
The Power of Restraint
“But I say to you, do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the […]
The Inconvenience of Loving Others
“Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. […]
The Fullness of Surrender
Jesus told us that He came so that we might have life “and have it to the full.” For much […]
Tempus Adventus
The Season of Advent is upon us: a time of waiting, preparation, and hope for the followers of Christ. It […]