Hope from Devastation
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. 9 “For as [...]
Looking for Direction?
We often find ourselves looking for directions. While in many places there are clear signs giving directions--to parks, places [...]
The Power of Water
“For whoever gives you a cup of water to drink because of your name as followers of Christ, truly I say to you, [...]
Humility and the Southern Steps: A Lesson from the Temple in Jerusalem
On my recent visit to the Holy Land, I was told that the Southern Steps of the [...]
Devoted
Recently my wife Deb and I had a yard sale. A lot of old treasures that had not been [...]
Biting The Hand That Rescues Us
This spring the Shenandoah Valley experienced a combination of high winds and dry conditions sparking many fires. Thankfully no [...]
The Same Spirit
I recently preached for my congregation’s homecoming. Knob Creek had sent out invitations to people who had moved away. [...]
“Why?” is not the Question
This October will be seven years since we lost my brother-in-law. Dean was 52 years old and was diagnosed [...]
Bear Tracks, Bear Tracks…
Direct my footsteps according to Your word. Psalm 119:133 Several years ago, I had the privilege of accompanying a [...]
Trust
Sea of Galilee from my 2017 Trip One Saturday I spent some time alone at the church. [...]