A couple of years ago, I read One Word by Dan Britton, Jimmy Page, and Jon Gordon. From the dust jacket description: “‘By living a single word that is meant for you, you’ll find renewed purpose and meaning throughout the year.’” Since then, I have felt led to a specific word each year. My word for 2017 was gently revealed …
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When Bad Things Happen by Kate Hodges
One of the questions I hear a lot, and I’m sure you do too, is ‘If God is so good and loving, why does he let bad things happen?’ Even from long-time Christians, this question pops up now and then. “No, my girl. Never be grateful for tragedy, but always trust that God can use it in His good plan for …
Getting a Handle on Creation
Sometimes, when I struggle with a life decision or a concept in Scripture, I pray, “Lord, open the door you want me to walk through.” My daughter and son-in-love were praying this prayer with our grandson one night before bed, and this three-year-old pipes up, “And, Jesus, put a handle on the door!” From the mouths of babes drop the …
Drowning all my Fears or Choosing to Trust By Nichole Ridner
The word TRUST came to me in early January. As soon as I heard it, I knew that was what I would need to do and the last few months have shown me why it is so important. Later that month our water heater died. The repairman said that he would send a bill. When it arrived, it was …
Worship Where You Are
I’ve never been a great singer, but I sang in choir at our first church. My choir escapades are epic, actually. An Easter Sunday cantata in which I sang a long, strong high note right in front of the microphone—and burped. Oh, yes. One of my finest moments. It was at a Christmas cantata with another one of those long …