There is No One Like Him

There is No One Like Him

I know I shared Psalm 3:3 recently, but as I considered what to write today, the last phrase of the verse struck a chord with me so I decided to take another look at the verse. The first part of the verse speaks of protection and strength, but the verse ends with comfort. The phrase…

Giving As An Act of Worship

Giving As An Act of Worship

2 Corinthians 9:8 is a reminder that God is faithful to supply all our needs, but also touches on another important point: using our resources not just for our good but also for others. Paul encourages the saints at Corinth to trust the Lord for provision and to be generous with the blessings they receive….

Praise the Lord All the Day Long

Praise the Lord All the Day Long

Praising the Lord is energizing! When I change the conversation with God from lament to praise I can feel the difference in my body. Yes, it’s okay to lament, but I know I can’t stay in the darkness for too long. Lamenting wears me out physically and spiritually, but when I turn lamenting into praise,…

New on Substack: Living in the AND

New on Substack: Living in the AND

I’ve been reflecting over the last few weeks on what God has been teaching me through chronic pain and some unexpected health challenges. Those reflections eventually became an article called Living in the AND: Following Jesus While the Pain Is Still Real. If you’d like to read the full article, you can find it here:…

Bless the Lord Oh My Soul

Bless the Lord Oh My Soul

One short verse helps me understand why daily renewal is vital to my relationship with the Lord and how important it is to never lose sight of His glory, majesty, and His steadfast love for me. Psalm 103:1 was most likely written by King David in his later years. The psalm is a hymn of…