A Whisper for the Weary

Elijah was weary. Not just a little weary – the kind of weary where fear is dictating, and doubt speaks loudest. We know this because Elijah didn’t just contemplate running…

Power in Weakness – Week Two

Have you ever felt like the odds are stacked against you? Like you want to serve God but don’t have what it takes? Maybe you are trying to follow Him,…

Power in Weakness – Week One

A few months ago, I was invited to teach on the topic of power. Typically, I am quick to take advantage of teaching opportunities, but I decided I would pass…

When Less is More – Week One

The Old Testament tells the story of an ordinary man and his impressive God. Well, actually, it records numerous accounts with this same storyline, but today I want to look…

Not Shrinking Back – Week Five

Faith is future-oriented. When circumstances say, “give up,” men and women of faith say, “not me!” Faith presses in and pushes forward, despite all odds. Faith knows that what is…

Not Shrinking Back – Week Four

Faith is about the long game, not the short game.  Your faith is not measured by your accolades but by your character. Faithfulness is about the choices you make, not…

Not Shrinking Back – Week Three

At what point is faith the strongest? Is it when we see the miracle, when we hold steady in the storm, or when we cling to hope despite discouraging circumstances?…

Stand Firm – Week Three

Have you ever felt dizzy or unsteady? A few years ago, I had some health problems that made my body weak. At times I had the sensation that the room…

Stand Firm – Week Two

Imagine you are on an airplane. Now, imagine that plane hits turbulence, and there is a sudden drop. What do you do? I know from experience a few of you…

Stand Firm – Week One

This year more times than I can count, God brought one particular verse to mind. The month before our country went into lockdown mode, I taught the children at church…