Just as my imperfect pottery creation found purpose, life’s dings do not make us useless. God redeems our dents to serve a greater, charitable mission.
Never A Lost Cause
"Is it ever too late?" No matter how many abysmal choices you’ve made, God is waiting to welcome you back. Redemption is possible; the next move is yours.
Speak O Lord
Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend are among my favorite hymn writers. They are modern composers who write in the traditional style of a hymn. Take time to really soak in the words.
God’s Unconditional Love: A New Beginning Every Day
God’s love is unwavering and unconditional, not based on our performance or worthiness. Even amid personal failures, His mercies are renewed every morning, allowing for growth and resilience. This understanding fosters grace towards ourselves and others, shaping our lives with the confidence that God's steadfast love and faithfulness remain constant.
El Shaddai – The God Who Sees
One of my favorite songs is Michael Card and John Thompson’s El Shaddai. First recorded by Amy Grant in the early 1980s on Age to Age. It became the first Christian album by a solo artist to go platinum. Beyond its success, the song has a depth that continues to speak to us today. El Shaddai reflects on … Continue reading El Shaddai – The God Who Sees
Death Was Arrested
I’ve always found the stories behind songs fascinating. While preparing for worship, I discovered a video about "the song Death Was Arrested by North Point Worship. It was written by Adam Kersh, Brandon Coker, Heath Balltzglier, and Paul Taylor Smith while at youth camp. Shortly before the camp, Brandon Coker had been visiting his uncle in St. Marys, Georgia. While … Continue reading Death Was Arrested
Holy Week Reflection 2023: 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.