Lion-slaying in snowy pits “Dad,” my son asked proudly, “do you want to see my new tattoo?” “Umm,” I’m not really into tattoos, especially the ones that cover whole limbs or trunks, but in order to be supportive – at least not combative – I feigned approval, “yeah, Luke, sure." He pushed his sleeve over …
Treating Timidity (part one)
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord, …
Loving the unpredictable God (part 5)
[This is the final post on this topic of "Loving the unpredictable God." I hope it's given you not only food for thought but fuel for your journey. If it has, pass it on to a few friends who need the same.] THE FRIGHTENING FREEDOM TO CHOOSE After watching a football game with a bunch …
Loving the unpredictable God (part 4)
HE'S IN CONTROL, BUT NOT CONTROLLING There has been many times through the years that I’ve prayed for something over and over, and haven’t seen the result I was anticipating. Sometimes my prayers feel like I’m repeatedly and franticly pressing the “Call Nurse” button next to my hospital bed. “I’m in pain here! Where are …
Loving the unpredictable God (part 3)
SOMETIMES I CALL HIM THE “SOMETIMES” GOD The character that depicts Jesus in C.S. Lewis’ series, The Chronicles of Narnia is a ferocious lion named, Aslan. One of the notable characteristics of the lion was his unpredictability. He even seemed fickle at times. Sometimes he would show up and, in the nick of time, save …
