When Faith Seats Us At The Table

When Faith Seats Us At The Table

Thirteen years have passed since Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers. From becoming the personal attendant to Potiphar to being thrown into prison by this very same man, Joseph has learned that his confidence should never be placed in the hands of men. So...
You’re Wearing More Than You Might Think

You’re Wearing More Than You Might Think

I love slipping into my robe every morning. And enjoying the space between sleeping and getting ready for the day. The spacious place where decisions are totally mine. Drink coffee? Drink hot tea? The choice is mine. Start laundry or wait til evening? The choice is...
Don’t Worry If Your Family Isn’t Perfect

Don’t Worry If Your Family Isn’t Perfect

When God called Abraham to be the father of many nations, ultimately leading to the birth of Jesus, He surely knew this family tree was going to include some extremely thorny branches. Jealousy Murder Deception Lies They all grew here. Yet God chose not to chop it...
He’s Seen It All…..And He’s Still Here

He’s Seen It All…..And He’s Still Here

I have to confess. There was a small chapter of my life when I watched “Days of Our Lives.” I knew the plot line was shallow. And I knew that in real life dramatic conversations rarely end with someone sipping coffee while music plays them out of the...
The Thing About Covenants

The Thing About Covenants

Since the beginning of time, God has been in the covenant-making business. Working with imperfect people to complete a perfect plan. He started in a garden. With a couple who for all practical purposes “had it made.” But still went looking. Wanting more....
When God’s Plan May Not Involve Me

When God’s Plan May Not Involve Me

I’ll wonder every time. Did God’s plan include Rebekah’s decision to trick Isaac? To have Jacob lie to his own dad? In Old Testament times, the blessing of a father could not be revoked once spoken. Rebekah surely knew this. Isaac surely knew this...