How to Walk in God’s Light
Through the tender mercy of our God, with which the Dayspring from on high has visited us; to give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.” Luke 1:78-79 Zacharias could hardly contain his joy! After ten months of forced silence, he […]
Herod and the Cosmic Battle to Be the Ultimate Ruler
“When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.” Matthew 2:3 When the Magi pulled into Jerusalem and asked questions about the newborn King of the Jews, Herod called his religious advisory committee in for a meeting. He took a deep breath, trying to conceal his rising panic, “Um…guys, where […]
Wise Men Still Seek Jesus & How to Be Like Them
Behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.” Matthew 2:2 When the wise men and their cavalry pulled into Jerusalem, they caused quite a stir. The fancy […]
Good News of Great Joy That Will Change Your Life Forever
“Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear.” Luke 2:8-9 It had been a night like a thousand […]
Mary’s Magnificent God & 3 Ways to Praise Him This Thanksgiving
She was an unwed and soon-to-be pregnant teenager from the podunk town of Nazareth. By her own account, she was a real nobody. Yet, the angel Gabriel had news for her that would say otherwise. He told her she was highly favored by God, and she would be considered the most blessed among women…ever. Her […]
When Angels Aren’t Enough to Make You Believe
But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zacharias, for your prayer is heard; and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John.” Luke 1:13 Zacharias’ couldn’t believe his ears when the lot was cast and it landed on him. As a priest, he had performed […]
Why Caesar Augustus’ Decree Should Strengthen Your Faith This Christmas
Caesar Augustus thought his census decree would increase Rome’s might. But God was using him to fulfill prophecy. Who’s really in charge of human history?
Wise Advice from a Best-Selling Author, and How to Write Amazing Content
A few weeks ago, my church hosted best-selling author and speaker, Jen Wilkin, for a women’s conference on gaining wisdom. I approached her after one of the sessions and asked what “wisdom” she’d offer to someone who wanted to grow in her writing skills. Smiling, she confessed when she first heard about blogging, she jokingly […]
How to Write About Your Faith
Based on a true story, the movie Freedom Writers is an inspirational story of a dedicated teacher, Erin Gruell, who taught English to inner-city kids during the L.A. riots. One of my favorite scenes is Erin’s conversation with her father over dinner. She laments her job’s toll on her marriage and life and wonders if […]
Put on The Whole Armor of God
I used to love the TLC show, What Not to Wear. It was a makeover show, where two fashion stylists and their team of hair and makeup artists would transform an individual’s look. Often, the fashion offender would be caught on hidden video dressed inappropriately. Both funny and cringeworthy, we couldn’t look away from the […]
