If I were brave enough to try rock climbing, I’d be sure to get the right training and gear, but I’d also need a lot of persistence. Step by careful step will…
Category: Spiritual Encouragement
Encouragement for life’s journey
When God Takes Care of Us
Transitions can be tough. Like moving to a new state and leaving your only set of grandparents. But I was about to learn how God takes care of us in strange new…
Inside Our Core
Apple pie sounds good! The first apple I pick up has a dark spot on it. I’ll just cut around it. But look – the core is rotten! Same thing with the…
I Cast My Vote for Wisdom
I look beyond the issues to the purpose of our life here on earth. We are here to give (not take), to share (not hoard), build up (not tear down), to encourage…
Return to the Light
“God turns my darkness into light” (Psalm 18:28). Lava Tube Cave, Bend, OR — The clang of feet on metal steps signal our descent into the cave. Hands grasp…
Spiritual Senses
“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened” (Ephesians 1:18). Walking along a country dirt road one spring day, I was intrigued by…
The Transformation of GI Joe
Sometimes God makes dramatic changes in people’s lives. He did in Joe’s. The son of Italian immigrants, Joe grew up in Hornell, New York, where…
Basking in the Sun
“The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you” (Numbers 6:24). What a glorious day—clear blue skies and 75 degrees! In February even….
Shaft of Sunlight
“Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven” (Matt. 5:16). The view out my…
Gentle as a Butterfly
Jesus said, “I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” (Matt. 11:29) Sitting on the back step one early-fall afternoon, I watched orange…