seeing with eyes of faith Category
visualize
Posted on March 31, 2013 Leave a Comment
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning it shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God (Hebrews 12:2). We give the Lord Jesus our full attention today! Everyday is the Lord’s day, but […]
stepping out
Posted on January 21, 2013 6 Comments
Often when I sing and worship along with “I’m Coming Your Way” by Desperation Band, I think of myself in the boat with the disciples on the night Peter stepped out onto the water to meet his Lord. To calm their fears of a close encounter with a ghost, Jesus assured His friends it was […]
grace like an ocean
Posted on July 7, 2012 Leave a Comment
I just got back from a wonderful four days in the Outer Banks of North Carolina where I spent some time in the refreshing waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Tame waves, water clarity and extra wide sandbars gave me the confidence to venture out alone. I was amazed at how close I was to the […]
run the race
Posted on May 17, 2012 1 Comment
It’s been a little over 3 years, but in one week, I will re-enter the road race scene. I’m not a serious competitor; I simply try to outdo myself, and that is the beauty of the sport of running. I have recently attended several track meets that my son competed in, and I am amazed […]
resurrection hope
Posted on April 7, 2012 1 Comment
I have been anticipating a Resurrection Sunday celebration that is unmatched. I am full of hope and expectation even though I am walking through a season of not seeing things clearly. But that is the story of Jesus’ resurrection, the hope in the hours of waiting to see what is to come… Even though […]
like the dawn
Posted on March 19, 2012 Leave a Comment
I’m nearly finished reading the account of Joseph in the Bible. I just love a good story with a happy ending, don’t you? I have read the story innumerable times and will continue my life- long to take it in with fresh wonder. It is the story of family, the story of a dreamer, the […]
vision check (part 2)
Posted on December 10, 2011 Leave a Comment
In part 1 of “vision check,” we encountered the rich man who was unable to see Jesus. He had sight, but it was limited. He viewed Jesus to be a “good teacher.” Spiritually, he was blind, and as a result, he chose the temporary riches of this world over the eternal riches of the kingdom […]