Holy Week: How Deep the Father’s Love for Us

How Deep the Father's Love for Us performed by Joy Williams 4 But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. Ephesians 2:4-5 New International Version

Holy Week Theme: Love with No End

For me Holy Week is a time of reflection. For the past several weeks I've been struck by the depth of God's love. Love motivated God to create a plan for my redemption. Love was the reason he sent His only son to take my place. Love was why Christ willingly laid down His life. Shine … Continue reading Holy Week Theme: Love with No End

What to Say

A conversation with a friend last week left me without words. My friend was upset about a family member dying from cancer and just didn't understand how God could let that happen. It was one of those moments where I had no answer. Yes, I know the correct theological answer about living in a fallen … Continue reading What to Say

How Deep the Father’s Love for Us

http://youtu.be/1vmY2ztb5xc Performed by Selah How deep the Father's love for us How vast beyond all measure That He should give His only Son To make a wretch His treasure How great the pain of searing loss The Father turns His face away As wounds which mar the Chosen One Bring many sons to glory Behold … Continue reading How Deep the Father’s Love for Us

Speak O Lord

We sung this today in church.  Take time to really soak in the words. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGg40zKRvAg Written by Keith Getty & Stuart Townend Sung by Kristyn Getty

No Words

In the wake Friday's tragic incident in Newtown, CT like many I'm struggling to comprehend why and how. Those are two questions that may never be answered. Thirteen years ago the unthinkable happened in my hometown when a deranged gunman walked into a youth gathering at a local church . Like in Newtown a place … Continue reading No Words

Are You Ready?

Today is the first Sunday of Advent. I had intended to write this yesterday or even earlier today.  Unfortunately, I've had a hectic weekend. Normally, I cram my Saturday with taking care of things I can't do during the week. Now I've added all of the Christmas extras. It is easy to focus on the … Continue reading Are You Ready?