Two gardens … two strategic places where God met humanity. The first garden, Eden, was the most perfect garden planted by God (Genesis 2:8) as a place to dwell with …
Growing in the Darkness
Spring is always a mixed bag. You get a hint of the warmer days, the flourishing of earth awakening, and simpler times. And then you get hit with the winter …
Highest of All
There is something truly awe-inspiring about being in Washington, D.C. The city’s breathtaking architecture serves as a testament to the nation’s history, while the weight of decisions made daily resonates …
Are We Seeing?
Most mornings, as I stepped through the gym doors, I was greeted by the unchanging expression of a young woman at the front check-in counter. Her stoic demeanor seemed to …
How to Find Peace
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by …
Do Not Fear
As I listened to her share her thoughts, I lost track of how many fearful expressions she uttered. Phrases like “that’s frightening” and “that’s so scary” tumbled from her lips …
Bearer of Good News
A couple of years ago, I went on my dream trip to Italy. It was the country I had wanted to visit since my teen years and it did not …
Fully Abandoned
We must never allow anything to injure our relationship with God; if it does get injured we must take time and get it put right. The main thing about Christianity …
Best Gift Ever
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. …
My Day in D.R. Congo
Sitting under an outdoor pavilion, enjoying a breakfast of avocado toast, fresh-cut pineapple, and coffee, I look out over Lake Kivu and watch a fishing boat pass by. The world …
You Are Loved
At times, in a world bustling with billions of people, it’s easy to feel insignificant, wondering if our presence holds any real value. We grapple with the concept of purpose …
Overwhelming Emotional Pain
Perhaps we’ve allowed our past pain and unforgiveness to become the major focus of our lives. In a sense, it has become our god. it has affected our allegiance, our …