The Tongue

I was reading in James, Ephesians and Proverbs this week in my devotions, and was struck by the following verses. Convicted about how I use my words and my tongue, I thought I’d share them with you. They stand on their own—I don’t need to comment on them. Hopefully you will be as edified by […]

In the Image of God and by the Blood of Christ

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. - Eleanor Roosevelt
I’m sure we’re all familiar with this quote. I know I am as it’s been quoted to me a few times recently. But to be honest, I have yet to understand it. It is obvious that anyone who speaks English […]

Truthfest!

What is a Truthfest? It’s a silly term I came up with to describe a certain sort of fellowship. A Truthfest is when Christians get together and, in rapid-fire style, describe God’s recent activity in their lives. The purpose of a it is to challenge and encourage each other with soundbytes of God’s goodness and refocus ourselves on Him rather […]

A Joyful Heart

“Katie, phone!” My younger sister pushed the phone toward me. “Oh, who?” I asked my sister, not expecting a phone call. I put the phone to my ear with a hesitant yet confident, “Hello?” From the other end, a radiant voice spun out the speaker with a reply. I instantly recognized it. It was Sarah. […]

Fellowship in Light of the Gospel

It’s odd how I trust some people instantly, and quickly have deep, meaningful conversations with them. And it’s stranger still how I can know someone for years and years, and yet never really let them get to know me, or try to pursue them as more than an acquaintance. With the latter situation I may […]