Not All That
There are several stories in the Bible that stop me cold. They leave me feel uneasy. From my limited human perspective they seem unfair, and all I can do when I read them is to reaffirm my conviction that God’s…
Near But So Far
It was one of those experiences I'll never forget. Two of my colleagues and I were visiting Jordan to explore the possibility of our church getting involved in mission work there. We had been assigned a driver for the duration…
Handle With Care
The story of Uzzah has always bothered me. It seems so extreme. On the surface, it appears that if you or I had been assigned the care of the Ark of the God, stopping it from falling off a wagon…
Where’s Your Tabernacle?
You need a tabernacle! You must have it! It’s a place and time in your life set aside to regularly quiet yourself in God’s presence and, through His Word, by His Spirit, draw near to hear His voice...and be wrapped…
Two Kinds of With
It is so important to know the difference. There is a use of the word “with” in Scripture that simply refers to the occasion where people happen to be together, with each other, and there is no larger or more…
A Dead Walking Stick
One of the unfortunate outcomes of living in the era of social media is the conclusion that God primarily uses and really blesses people with extraordinary talents. But that holds true only if the size of the church or ministry…
Faith And Doubt
To be honest, I frequently wonder about the blessings of God I might have missed because of lingering doubts. I don’t spend a lot of time beating myself up over it, but it definitely crosses my mind. Would more people…
The Day After My Smart Phone Was Stolen In Liberia
The Day After My Smart Phone Was Stolen In Liberia // Guest Blogger // Rickie Moore The day after my smart phone was stolen during my mission trip to Liberia, David Kaimue, the Educational Director of the Church of…
The Language of Ministry and Calling: Jeremiah
When you speak of your ministry or calling, is your language positive and life-giving or is it the overflow of a profound woundedness and insecurity? Do your words reflect a fire burning in your heart for the people to whom…