I think it's always a good idea to memorize a verse or two from the Bible. Chose one that speaks to you, and meditate on it for the entire week. I'm going to do this with this one: Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Romans 12:9 Love from God is always genuine and [Read More]
The Walk
Drive By Religion
This post is from the Putting on the New archives, and dates from a few years ago, right after my family made a big move to a new town. I just moved to a new town, and I've been trying to find a new church, meet my neighbors, and all the rest of the things you do when you relocate. The other day [Read More]
O Lord, From My Youth
Do you remember when you first learned to pray? When you got down on your knees and talked about the people you wanted to have protection? Or who you most wanted God to bless. In those days, I never prayed about myself. I remember a long list of names for my parents, grandparents, friends, and even [Read More]
The Brightness of Wisdom
There is a certain brightness to wisdom. People who are wise have a quiet confidence, a steadiness honed from years of making mistakes and learning how to listen to God. They are able to take a step back, view a situation as it really is, and this calm assertiveness often shines above the [Read More]
In Him Is Life
Let's face it, some days are just stressful. In times like that I find myself gravitating towards the words of John. John's way of writing speaks to my soul, especially this passage: "In him was life, and that life was the light of men."This was one of the first mixed media pictures I ever did. [Read More]
