Rugged Pursuit
Withdraw to the Wilderness
Category: Devotions
Don’t Waste the Hard Stuff
Even when you have been hurt, you may be uniquely positioned to bring healing to those around you who are in similar circumstances. When you are hurting, you can still heal others, even as you yourself are healing. 3-13-24
The Comparison Trap Part 2: Wages
We have a choice: Be content and go home feeling blessed, or compare ourselves to others and leave feeling slighted. The pay is the same, but our attitudes are drastically different. 3-9-24
The Comparison Trap Part 1: Gifts
Sometimes we wonder why God is blessing others more than us. Maybe what we view as God’s reluctance to bless us is actually His willingness to protect us. 2-12-24
Lighthouses & Bomb Shelters
Christians are to be a beacon of hope, not a bunker of doom. Don’t hunker down and hold tight. Instead, shine bright and reach out. 9-21-23
Get Some Rest
In our busy culture, we tend to wear ourselves out. We are seeking success and contentment, but what we get is exhaustion. When life gets too busy, follow the example of Jesus and His disciples: withdraw, go to a quiet place, and get some rest! 8-19-23
No King But Christ
Jesus is Lord, Caesar is not. Jesus is Lord, the President is not. Until we are ready to accept that, we will continue in a lukewarm relationship with Christ. One that pays Him lip service, while our true worship and trust goes to the (little “g”) gods whose temples are in palaces and town halls all across the nation and world. 7-4-23
Thirsting for Knowledge
My girls come to me ten times a day asking for a new drink. Kids are always thirsty! As they get older, they thirst for knowledge as well. As the parent, you need to make sure they are quenching that thirst in a healthy way. 8-23-22
You Might Be a Pharisee If… You Disqualify People Based on Their Past
A Christian should know, better than anyone, the depravity of the human condition and the need for forgiveness. God took a chance on you. Are you taking a chance on others? 12-10-21
While I’m Waiting
A Comprehensive Guide to the COVID-19 Coronavirus Quarantine for Christians. 4-12-20
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