I often reflect on the story of when Mary, sister of Martha and Lazarus, anointed Jesus with her costly spikenard. Did she realize her act of love was the King of King’s prophetic anointing that day? Jesus knew. He said simply, “She did what she could.” Powerful words. Words I would like to hear Him…
Read moreA Memorial Day Tribute to Calvin Miller
Writers have mentors they look up to and one of mine is author Calvin Miller. I met him once. He sat across from me at a table for six at a writers conference. He was one of many presenters and guests that day. I was delightfully surprised to see an open place at his table…
Read moreLive in the Light of Jesus–Lift up your Lamps of Oil
God made us in his image and we can rise up with the Light of Heaven and be creative, intentional, and passionate in all we do. Remember what Jesus said about the Ten Virgins? “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now…
Read morePractice, Practice, and Practice – for Lovers of God
Righteousness is something I don’t normally think about. I try to live the good Christian life. I know that Yeshua has earned my righteousness. That has been the extent of my ideas about it. However, in James, I read something and, because I have been “practicing” Christ’s presence, some new things occurred to me. Here’s…
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