Are You Still Sleeping?

Even though Jesus repeatedly told his disciples to be ready, to be alert, his disciples are caught unprepared for the events that are about to unfold.

Immediate Followers

Peter and Andrew, two fishermen at the Sea of Galilee, were approached by Jesus with a simple offer: “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Without hesitation, they left their nets behind and immediately followed him. This impulsive response raises the question: do we treat God’s will as a request or a command?

Turning The Inside Out

David, the future King of Israel, was anointed by the prophet Samuel while tending sheep, seemingly overlooked by his family. Despite feeling unqualified, David’s obedience and trust in God’s plan led to his transformation. This story reminds us to respond to God’s call, trust in His guidance, and take the next steps, as David did.

Wrestling with Life

Then Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. – Genesis 32:24 (NASB) Genesis 32:24-32 is commonly referred to as the passage where Jacob wrestled with God. When I recently read these verses, it occurred to me that it is life I wrestle with, not God. It seems life is full […]

Standing Against Those Who Taunt You

They stand there, towering over you; ridiculing you; taunting you; demeaning you. They mock you; belittle your faith in Jesus; and talk of their superiority. They defy you and your faith in God. The voices rise up against you. He said to David, “Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?” And […]

Losing Faith

“…And the stone sank into his forehead, so that he fell on his face to the ground. – 1 Samuel 17:49 (NASB) They were totally invested in the strength of Goliath. They relied on him to not only protect them, but to bring them success. They rallied behind him because he appeared powerful and unstoppable. […]

Can Christians Write Crime Thrillers?

It was a sentence in a review of my book that started me wondering about how some people view Christian authors and what they can write about.

Christmas Plans—Part 4

Something stirs you deep inside. You’re in a comfortable place in your life, but a light calls to you. Do you change your plans and follow this light? See what happened when these kings humbly followed the light.

Christmas Plans—Part 3

Your evening is all set. You settle in for a long night. Then some unexpected guests arrive with amazing news. Will you abandon your plans and respond to this good news? See how the shepherds responded to their unexpected visitors.

Christmas Plans—Part 2

What do you do when you’re faced with an unexpected change in plans? Will you abandon your plans and follow God’s lead? See how Joseph handled the unexpected.