We know that each fingerprint is unique, right? We see that truth repeated in just about every cop show or suspense novel. But have you ever considered that we also have a unique spiritual fingerprint? That our God has not only created our fingers to be completely different than any other human that ever walked the earth (or ever will), but also …
Reader Feedback on Jesus’ Genealogy
In my January 11th blog, I shared a little about why I believed the genealogies of Jesus were different (as listed in Matthew and Luke) and “why it mattered to me.” Later that day, I received FABULOUS feedback from a very kind and knowledgeable reader. Though her opinion was different than mine, she was incredibly gracious in the way she …
Two Reasons A Good Life May Be Snuffed Out Early
I’m gonna start out a little morbid today but stay with me…we’ll have a hopeful ending. I want to tell you about a few dark weeks back in 1997. On Sunday, August 31, my girls (ages 12 and 10) and I were driving to church—only 5 minutes away—I happened to turn on the radio and we heard that Princess Diana died in a car …
God’s Big Plan
When was the last time you witnessed a child having a full-blown meltdown in public; complete with head-pounding, ear-piercing, chest rattling shrieking, kicking, and crying their demands? I used to judge. I used to think that mother or father a terrible parent. Until I had children—and now grandchildren. Can I just say, Thank the Lord for Facebook and Instagram! These completely unrealistic snapshots of our lives at least balance …
Trusting Silence by Nichole Ridner
I sat on the stool while she once again picked me apart. I had been working at my new job for only a month, and she took every opportunity to point out everything she felt I did wrong. This woman had made my first day horrible, and each time I worked with her was like scratching at a raw wound. …
Who Is Hezekiah?
Hezekiah is an Old Testament king that I’m excited to meet in heaven. I have this image of him in my head—tall, dark, and handsome sort. His story can be found in three books of the Bible: 2 Kings 18-20, 2 Chronicles 29-32, and Isaiah 36-37. As with most kings, the accounts in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles are similar, …