be where you are

“In those days when you pray, I will listen.”  Jeremiah 29:12 “…those days” when things were hard. “…when you pray” when you talk openly and honestly with God. “…I will listen” what a powerful promise....

seven words

Seven words that made my heart spring up.  This is notable because my heart was far from springy – rather, it was under-couraged – as in “I’m not too excited about what lies ahead in my day.” “…the joy of God will fill...

being real

I was reading an ancient book written by Jesus’ brother James.  Side note:  Can you imagine the dynamics in that brother rivalry?  Anyway, James got over it and finally came around to see Jesus for who He is/was – and James became a follower a real...