The Provocation We are terrified of "missing out" (FOMO) on what the world offers. We should be much more terrified of missing out on what the Lord has already promised. Scripture "For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?" (Mark 8:36). Point to Ponder … Continue reading Lent Day 23 – Mar. 12th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 12th
"Our citizenship is in heaven." (Philippians 3:20) Anna and her husband lived in Argentina with their two children. They kept to themselves and spoke only fluent Spanish. But they weren't Argentines. They were actually sleeper agents, spies who'd been born in another country. They'd mastered blending into their host culture, down to how to hold … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 12th
Lent Day 22 – Mar. 11th
The Provocation We talk about "social justice" as if it's a modern invention. True justice isn't about following a political trend; it's about reflecting the character of a Holy God. Scripture "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy … Continue reading Lent Day 22 – Mar. 11th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 11th
"I will put my dwelling place among you." (Leviticus 26:11) Alan is a fifth-generation fruit farmer who manages his family's cherry, peach, and apple orchards. Over the years, his family has perfected growing trees with maximum yield. They've carefully planted saplings for the future, put up a deer fence, and invested in special fans that … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 11th
Lent Day 21 – Mar. 10th
The Provocation The world calls "evil" good and "good" evil. If you aren't grounded in the Word, you'll eventually drift with the current. Scripture "Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness." (Isaiah 5:20). Point to Ponder We are at the halfway point of … Continue reading Lent Day 21 – Mar. 10th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 10th
"It is by grace you have been saved, through faith." (Ephesians 2:8) When Mark was pulled over ban an officer for driving while intoxicated, he was afraid his college football career was over. He was sure he was going to jail. But the policeman instead dropped him off at his college. When Mark asked why, … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 10th
No Thought Police 