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  • We Are Not Rocks. We Are Not Islands.

    We Are Not Rocks. We Are Not Islands.

    When I wrote the poem, That Rock, I was drawing upon the two verses that appear below. They both offer a great foundation (pun intended) for how to live in continual recognition that I am nothing without the mercies and grace of God. And a man shall be . . . as the shadow…

  • How Flowers Inspire Pathways Out of Darkness

    How Flowers Inspire Pathways Out of Darkness

    Sitting at home this morning with my kids on a snowy morning as I await the burning off of yet another two-hour delay, I am longing for warmer weather and the wonderful things that the season of spring brings. I am reminded of a lesson from 1 Peter 2:9… Show forth the praises of…

  • #Praylist: Get Back Up by Toby Mac

    #Praylist: Get Back Up by Toby Mac

    Ever have one of those seasons of life where you are downtrodden and feel like you’ve found a one-way ride to desperation city? Who hasn’t? It feels like everything sucks and all hope is lost. So much time and emotional energy is spent focusing on the darkness of life, you can’t see a day…