In the unpredictable nature of this world, it doesn’t take much for the sands to shift beneath our feet. It may be the overpowering gust of a major life event that blows things about. Or the trickling accumulation of “problems” that slowly erodes our ability to cope. Regardless of which it is, what’s most important […]
What’s the big picture?
Through my Christian lens, I see a world with an insatiable appetite for faster access, greater convenience, deeper distraction, shinier toys, louder megaphones, and the most effective shortcuts to “success.”
Declining the offers of earthly kings
In this world, there are plenty of opportunities to accept the spoils of earthly kings. Like shortcuts to success. The pursuit of “riches” of various kinds. The embrace of Justification’s outstretched hand. All whispering to us that God surely wants us to prosper. Regardless of what may be required to do so. But as children […]
Yes, I really got rid of my smartphone
A powerful commercial that used to frequently air followed a young man from the beginning to the end of his day, demonstrating how all of his activities could more easily be enabled by an effective and efficient force. And after he’d used it nonstop throughout his day to do all kinds of exciting things that […]
11 Days vs. 40 Years: The Efficient Path of Obedience
If the Israelites had been obedient to God’s direction. They would’ve entered the Promised Land after 11 days. Instead of after 40 years. When God directs our steps, He does so in our best interest. Because He loves us. But to benefit from His plans, we must cooperate with Him. We must trust Him. No […]
Do we really need all of this “stuff?”
If you type in a search along the lines of “How many container ships are lined up in San Pedro Bay,” you’ll likely get a series of headlines proclaiming that yet another record has been shattered. San Pedro Bay is where cargo ships come in to be unloaded at the Ports of Los Angeles and […]
This present evil age
“Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.” Although “this present evil age” is an apt […]
The paralyzing effect of fear
Standing at the threshold of something new can be scary. Uncertainty about the future can create a big pause. One in which we question ourselves and ability to move ahead. Prudence can be a good thing, for sure. Especially if the cautious voice we’re listening to belongs to God. But prudence can also be rooted […]
Are we living in the Last Days?
Are we living in the Last Days? I certainly don’t know, but in light of the seeming deterioration of our world, the thought has often crossed my mind. So, when we received a letter from Dr. Jeremiah’s Turning Point ministry recently about his current teaching series, “Where do we go from here?” I practically jumped […]
4 Reasons I’m Reducing My Smartphone Dependence
There are many reasons I’m reducing my dependence on my smartphone—which when tallied together fall into 4 major categories: data privacy and ownership, cybersecurity, diversification, and preparation.