There’s a saying in recovery circles, that goes something like this: I’m not where I want to be but I’m better than used to be. And lately, by the grace of God, the truth of this statement is being proven to me. A few weeks ago I fell into depression after witnessing how my brokenness […]
As I was getting ready to go and visit a couple from church who are living through an actual life or death situation right now, I realized that I hadn’t prayed yet today. As one who came to Christ later in life and was rescued from a life of sin and despair, I am continually aware that I am poor […]
I began a new devotional book today. Well it’s not new. In fact it’s quite old, and I’ve had a copy of it for years. It’s called “The Way to Power and Poise” and was written by E. Stanley Jones. But as I picked it up this morning, the very first reading blew me away. Jones begins […]
God is calling all those whose spirits have been in hibernation – or have not yet been awakened – to awake from their slumber. And He is going to use those who love Him and worship Him in spirit and in truth to do it. As I sat alone in the sanctuary at my church […]
As I was sitting in my car on a ferry trip to Vancouver two weeks ago, I thought about a conversation I’d had a few nights before with beloved family members who are on a spiritual journey and don’t yet know the Lord Jesus Christ. I mulled over my participation in our discussion and wished […]
Life in the Spirit 