I mess up — more than I like to admit, far more than I wish I did. A truth that seemed permanently imprinted on my heart and mind can, seemingly in an instant, be forgotten. When it is forgotten, I think and act in ways I shouldn’t. I was reminded of this just last Sunday. The tears flowed through a sermon. The beauty of the truths spoken touched my heart deeply. But the sermon also convicted ... View Post
Way #33 – More Than a Fixer Upper
Home makeover programs fill the airwaves, captivating millions upon millions of viewers. On shows like Property Brothers and Fixer Upper, homes that are simply outdated or even completely dilapidated become showplaces. A transformation that seems impossible to most of us becomes reality through the vision, creativity and skillful work of an expert designer. Some days I feel like one of those ... View Post
Way #19 – Forgiven and Set Free
I’ve made the statement numerous times: God loves the sinner, but hates the sin. I’ve usually spoken those words in relation to someone else’s sin, the times I or someone else have started to judge another for their sin. The other day, I made the statement personal. God loves me! But God hates my sin! I made it really personal: God loves Judy! But God hates Judy’s sin! This God I love — ... View Post
The Match That Lights the Fire
Repentance is the match that ignites the fire of God’s power to deliver us from sin. I could say that I need to light that match today, but the truth is, I need to light it every day. Whatever my sin struggle, God will burn it up as I come to Him in repentance. Repentance means a change of mind. It’s a change of mind that leads to a change of direction. Sometimes it’s a change in our thoughts. ... View Post