Mrs. Sarah was the matriarch of the church I attended as a teenager. During prayer meeting, when confronted with a need that seemed overwhelming, she’d often exclaim, “Lawd have mercy!” “He does,” her husband would respond. “He does.” God’s mercy runs like a silver thread throughout the Scriptures. The English word appears some 341 times. […]
David Brymer sings, “You bring restoration; you bring restoration; you bring restoration to my soul. You’ve taken my pain; called me by a new name. You’ve taken my shame and in its place, you give me joy.” This is the story of redemption personalized in song. Giving praise to God is one of finest ways […]
Do you ever feel like a cultural dinosaur? Do you sometimes feel obsolete, out-of-date, and passé? Do you no longer feel fashionable, useful, or valuable—like you have passed the peak of your effectiveness or popularity? As time passes, most of us wrestle with feeling like a has-been. The sharp-looking guy who was a heartthrob in […]
God’s gospel will always be good news in every place, every culture, and every time. God has placed in every man and woman a longing for him only he can fill. Here’s how it looks. The Testimony of a Changed Life In John 15:7 God promised to answer prayer according to his will. Psalm 66:18 […]
“Taste.” I extended a fork toward my husband. He shook his head. “No thanks.” I couldn’t blame him. The last time I experimented with a new recipe, the result was disastrous. Some people enjoy trying new foods. Each taste is an experience to savor, even if the dish isn’t completely successful. Others are more reluctant […]
