Pray with Your Partner All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the person of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17 NHEB) Devote…
This will go down in history as one of the most unusual July 4 weekends-- the most surreal summers-- in history. Here are 8 ideas to bring a little celebration and joy to your family on holidays-- and any of…
One of my personal highlights this year was the joy of teaching on Psalm 42 and 43 at Engedi, the beautiful refreshing oasis and shelter where David penned this hope-filled, raw and honest poem for the ragged, tired, overwhelmed, discouraged…
Would you like to see this year be your best year ever? For multiple decades, we have used each January to decide a Word of the Year to focus on the create forward movement in each of our individual lives,…
And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. (Luke 2:10) Sometimes, holding on to joy, even during Christmas season, is a challenge. God…
Christmas Greetings! I just turned in my manuscript for Discovering Joy in Philippians, and this verse captures how I feel about you: I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with…
We had the opportunity to take a “Selah” Thanksgiving vacation with each of our three sons and families last week—and now we are sending our prayers and greetings to you for a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving! While studying for Discovering…
Last week, Bill and I worked a day of harvest at our extended family’s vineyard. (Pam) have worked each piece, each step, of the life of a vineyard so I see and know the care a vinedresser gives to create…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZEqtNiho08 We got married because we love the way we interrupt each other's lives. To be sure, we share the same purpose of wanting to please God in our lives and help others have healthy relationships. We also have a…
We have several teachers in our family and lesson plans are a BIG part of classroom success. In the same way, when you set a clear plan for your family, everyone in your family can flourish. Trust in and rely…