Why do Christians pray in response to horrible headlines? Terrible things happen all over the world every day. We see the headlines describing horrific mass shootings, devastating natural disasters, demoralizing victimization, erupting war-torn regions, and personal tragic circumstances that are heartbreaking, terrifying, and upsetting to read. When calamitous news is shared on various media […]
Fresh Hope for the Weary Soul- Immanuel, God With Us
For those whose souls are aching this Christmas, May I give you fresh hope? It comes in one word: Immanuel, God with us. The One who makes Eagle’s wings soar and tiny seeds bloom The One who paints the sky and sets the sun The One who calms the sea and parts it too Has come […]
Six Ways You Can Be Better, Feel Better, Live Better
Over the holidays, two devastating tragedies hit people I know and love. One fatal plane crash left my dear friend’s daughter mourning the loss of her best friend and another fatal car crash killed a beloved friend’s cousin, wife and daughter. Gone. Just like that. We get these “wake up calls” often: No one knows […]
