From the darkness of death to the eternal light of life
Part 2: I Need a Favor Have you ever asked God for a favor?Maybe you pray like God owes you. Before bedtime, my sons will pray things like: “God, let the Chargers win tomorrow’s game.”“God, I pray everyone remembers the lyrics for the Christmas musical.” It’s almost as if they’re asking for a favor. They... Continue Reading →
Part 1: Fig Tree Faith Have you ever committed the sin of rubbernecking while driving? I have! No matter how strong my willpower is, I can’t help but turn my head and look. It doesn’t matter if it’s a car crash or an odd tourist trap along the highway. My impulse to look can’t be... Continue Reading →
Recently, a friend asked me a simple question: “Does going to church make you feel better?” I wanted to respond with an emphatic yes. Instead, I hesitated and muttered an abrupt, unconvincing, “Yeah… I guess.” As the words slid out, I felt awkward and anxious. Had I just made church sound too simple, like a... Continue Reading →
Lit Lamp For The Soul 