I recently had my annual eye exam, and the good news is that my vision hasn’t changed for the worse even as I continue to grow older. Years ago, I was diagnosed with visual myopia, more commonly …

Perhaps you recognize the verses that bridge two well-known miracles by Jesus, the feeding of the 5,000 and Jesus walking on water.  This summer I have been reading the Gospel of Mark and while John Mark, mostly under the influence of Peter, is direct and …

We all struggle to live outwardly what our minds know to be true inwardly—God has planned each one of our days, and we can rest solely and completely in His care. Admittedly, some days …

My husband and I have spent many hours in marriage mentoring. Why? Well, we believe communication is key to a strong marriage, and an even stronger faith! Believe me when I say it’s not always been easy. We are both in full time ministry…

I consider myself exceedingly privileged to have served at a wonderful ministry … Discovery Ministries is in the heart of the Ozark National Scenic Riverway … intentionally creating challenging activities…

Skydiving is on my bucket list. I suspect fewer folks share my dream than those who would prefer to keep both feet firmly planted on good ol’ terra firma. What does skydiving have to do with faith? Glad you asked…

1985 was a really hard year for me. My marriage was heading for divorce, my dearest aunt died, and I was diagnosed with…

As I write this, I’m enjoying a few days over July 4th at my brother’s lake house in Michigan. And is the lake ever busy! There are many families with cottages around the lake, and …

Over my 79 years, I have found that developing strong faith comes through the trials as well as the joys in life. Faith means putting trust in God and having the confidence that he will fulfill his promises. Faith means …

Early in our marriage we moved from Kentucky to Indiana for my husband’s job as minister at a new church. As we crossed over the Ohio River bridge, I was suddenly aware the radio was playing “Friends are Friends forever…” I cried my eyes out alone, following my husband in the giant U-Haul with…

The word “blessed” is easy to use, it is a popular phrase in my vocabulary. I hear others use it frequently. Unfortunately, in some instances I think we misuse it. … A search of #Blessed on social media quickly reveals distortions …

According to dictionary.com friendship is defined as “the emotion or conduct of friends.” Not very telling, is it? That led me to look up…

Friendship is a gift from God that brings joy, support, and companionship into our lives. As Christian men, we are called to embrace friendship and foster strong connections with other believers. … I feel like I see 2 types of guys in the church lobby each week. First, some guys are…

The older I get, the more I cherish friends that are still around. Keeping those true friends is hard to do. Distance often hinders face to face contact, but…

One of my closest friends just retired from full-time ministry last fall, 30 plus years as the senior leader leading a rural church into amazing growth, Jim Cain. We do not get to see one another very often…

Some years ago, a football coach was in the middle of a terrible season. It became so bad that it upset his home life, and the coach told his wife, "My dog is my only friend, but a man needs at least two friends.” His wife bought him another dog! We need friends. While growing up, it’s easy to make friends through sports, outdoor activities, etc. But, when we finish school…

I have known my best friend, Becky, for a long time. We met at church in the sixth grade, but what is funny is that I have known her even longer and didn’t realize it. We were in the same …

“Once bitten, twice shy.”

When did God last deal with you under a no-tolerance policy?