Denial Defined

Once upon a time, in the midst of a self-made-mid-life crisis, when my frustrations and delusions overwhelmed me, I had a slight glimpse of truth, a heart exposing revelation. That in my campaign to change people, I trampled over boundaries as I pridefully criticized world leaders, my family, friends and the church! Denial kept me…

Loving God

What does it look like to love God with all our heart?  According to Jesus, the two greatest commandments are to love God and our neighbors.  What the world teaches about love is pure fantasy.  Jesus did not emphasize not to lie, steal, or cheat.  He went deep into our stone cold hearts to highlight…

A Tour of Israel

“It is well within my soul” This well known hymn was penned by a gifted Aussie named Horatio Spafford. Our Shoresh Tour guide David masterfully sprinkled us with tidbits of info that only a local would know. As we drove to our hotel from the Ben Gurion Airport we were told; “Horatio is also credited…

Begin Expecting

Expect GOD to be faithful to His living Word. Speak truth to self to cancel all lies. “Jesus is alive in me as the Holy Spirit wakes me early between 3 am and 6 am with His peace, patience, kindness, goodness, comfort, compassion, and merciful grace.  Gladly I begin each day with God to build…

Mirror Reflections

Unplugged from the news, the nasty noise of blame, I am well placed, with ears to hear what the Spirit is singing.  The sweet symphony of a gentle breeze rustling through the trees beckons my consideration of Who blows this unseen wind?   The world is quick to finger point at science, to cast a…

Gentle Guidance

As we seek God with all our body, mind, and spirit, we are wise to be attentive. The noise of every broadcast gets loud and so the silence from heaven feels heavy. It is difficult to find silence anywhere. Decisions stand in front of us like doors we’re afraid to open. Hurry up and choose…