There is nothing like the sound of a page from the Bible turning. The sound of the thin crisp paper flipping over is holy in-and-of itself. It’s as if it fills the airwaves with awe and wonder. For years, I have had my same morning ritual for Bible reading and journaling. And in each scenario the process was messy. Not… Read More
They predicted it. The weatherman announced that snow would fall on south Texas soil by midnight. But would that become true, we wondered? These skies had not seen ice falling in 13 years. The announcement of the coming of snow left the city waiting in anticipation. We sat by windows and doors in wonder and expectation. When would the forecasted… Read More
I pulled into the drive-thru at Starbucks and there he was. It was a cool windy day and a hot latte was what I needed. But I couldn’t take my eyes off a man who was bloodied and beaten roaming from car to car. Off to the side, the management of the shopping center was watching the scene intently, coaxing… Read More
Storms of life are no fun. They undo us. They throw us off course and cause pain. But I’m learning about the flip side to a storm. Maybe the positive is that is was meant to throw us off course, switch our rudders and aim us in a different direction. Storms are designed by God. That seems crazy doesn’t it…. Read More
And did you know . . . Mary had no idea her cousin Elizabeth was with child until the angel revealed it. Often, what we don’t know is more than what we do know. As we meet with family and friends over the next few weeks may we be mindful that there is much we don’t know. There are stories… Read More
The true spirit of Christmas is found when you serve others. It feels like Christmas. There is such a stirring of excitement racing through my soul. Tonight a big group of friends will hit the streets to bless others. We’ve prepared and now to see . . . As a cold weather has settled in hopefully, Christmas on the Streets, is happening at… Read More