"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
Lent Day 20 – Mar. 9th
The Provocation We treat prayer like a wish list. Real prayer is an altar where our desires go to die so that God's desires can live through us. Scripture "You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not … Continue reading Lent Day 20 – Mar. 9th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 9th
"The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love." (Joel 2:13). "Slow television" is the term used to describe marathon coverage of an event, typically shown in real time. The genre gained popularity in 2009 after the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation broadcast a seven-hour train journey. Yes, seven hours, on a train. … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 9th
Hope Does Not Disappoint
"Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in our hope of sharing the glory of God. More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, … Continue reading Hope Does Not Disappoint
Lent Day 19 – Mar. 8th
The Provocation We think of "rest" as doing nothing. Biblical rest is an act of war against the anxiety that tells us we have to save ourselves. Scripture "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28). Point to Ponder Jesus doesn't offer a vacation; He … Continue reading Lent Day 19 – Mar. 8th
Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 8th
"Do not fear, for I am with you...I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (Isaiah 41:10) Sometimes in life it can feel like we're falling further and further with no one to catch us. But when life seems chaotic and out of control, we can find comfort in knowing that God is with … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Mar. 8th
No Thought Police 