I had the opportunity to attend a spiritual retreat designed for University chaplains several weeks ago. Much of the time was focused on our connection to Christ and abiding in Him. During the retreat I penned the following as a poetic response to Jesus’ words in John 15. In the Read more
At the beginning of this winter day,Please wash my many sins awayAnd grant me, with the rising sunPardon for sins, done and undoneLike fallen snow, fresh and whitePlease fade away the dark of nightGrant your light that I may seeThe path of life that pleases theeFill me with Your Spirit Read more
Jesus is ready receiving with open arms all who come to Him
This prayer was inspired by a visit to the Civil Rights Institute in Birmingham last weekend and current national and world events in light of Matthew 1:17. “Thus there were fourteen generations in all from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the Read more
Oh Lord, You are awesome, powerful, and loving. I need an infusion or your graceful, powerful presence today. Where I am tired, waken me. Where I am distracted, focus me. Where I am discouraged, encourage me. Where I am afraid, embolden me. Where I am in the dark, enlighten me. Read more
COVID has reared its ugly head again. I’ve been down for the count for 6 days. It has been pretty miserable but I’m thankful to be surviving. I’m not sure if I’m wearied more from the fatigue of the virus my body is fighting or the darkness of the world in which we are living. So, today it is important to be reminded that we are loved by the God of light who calls us to embody His Kingdom in this world.
Many people feel that the phrase “Black Lives Matter” is incomplete because all lives matter. While I understand the sentiment, here is what I believe is important about the refrain “Black Lives Matter”
This week, I had the privilege of celebrating my 20th anniversary with the love of my life. I’ve been blessed for two decades to be married to a person whose character is marked by integrity, authenticity, sincerity, and wisdom. I am thankful she is my wife and best friend! Here is a snapshot of the Read more