A Video Bible Study: Elizabeth George’s “Putting on a Gentle and Quiet Spirit” Lesson Twelve Here is today's scripture: Servants, be submissive to your masters with all fear, not only to the good and gentle, but also to the harsh. For this is commendable, if because of conscience toward God ... read more
What’s an Acceptable Offering?
A few years ago, the Lord pressed a new idea onto my heart. And it stays with me. This summer I am teaching a Bible study on it. And, please pray with me, I hope to write an eBook on it. I have said that before. I have so many books in my head, and only the Lord can get them out! Hopefully ... read more
God Loves. We Love.
Holiness. It is the journey of knowing God more and more, because as we encounter Him in His Word and in His World, we cannot help but be changed. "Knowing" God means being in a scandalously intimate relationship with Him so in love with Him that we cease to care what other people think about ... read more
I Was Surprised by Motherhood Too!
So today's post is about love. And being a mother. And isn't it really supposed to be the same thing? Whatever kind of mother we turn out to be...we are meant to learn to love well. When I was expecting my firstborn, I knew that I was on the verge of falling off a cliff. I had my dream job. ... read more
Face to Face Friday: Holiness
A Video Bible Study: Elizabeth George’s “Putting on a Gentle and Quiet Spirit” Lesson Four Today we continue with Elizabeth George's Bible Study, Putting on a Gentle and Quiet Spirit (amazon link). This week's lesson is called "Responding Responsibly." Here's a teaser...today's video ... read more
Integrity and Authenticity (Part 1)
I have heard this definition of Integrity: it is when you do the right thing, even if no one is looking. Yes. Right-living, or righteousness, is Integrity. Integrity also means strength, sturdiness, stability. Right-living leads to stability. Integrity builds Integrity. God is consistent like ... read more
Glass Half Empty?
I am sure you have heard this philosophical question: Do you see the glass as half empty or do you see the glass as half full? Most of us would pick one, or the other, indicating whether we are pessimistic or optimistic; this illustration is meant to identify a person's attitude, maybe even their ... read more
