In Fall 2007, my “American Religious Studies” class required me to interview one person who preaches a religion. I really didn’t want to interview a Buddhist monk or nun, and I was not familiar with Islam. In my mind, Christians … Read more...
I Was a Dead (Wo)Man Walking
I heard this song on the radio today, and I was so pumped up by reminders of God’s grace in my life. I don’t want to become a dry and ritualistic Christian, going through the motions and considering the things … Read more...
Chicken Cranberry Pecan Salad Wraps
If you’re looking for a recipe that is quick and easy, this wrap is for you! I originally found the recipe here, but I tweaked it a little. So I’ll give you the original recipe first and then I’ll … Read more...
Now Set Apart
John 17 testimony part 3 – Sanctification
When Jesus came to this earth, he focused on making God known to the disciples. The fact is, people do not know God. I did not know God. I had no idea what … Read more...
Weapons on the Ground
John 18 testimony part 1
First, “Jesus before the soldiers.” Every time I study this passage, I am so amazed at Jesus’ overwhelming spirit. The soldiers could have arrested Him and all his disciples; at Peter’s irrational behavior, the situation … Read more...
Prayer Diary
08/18/2015 Monday
From 10:04-11:59 PM
Last night, when I tried to relate God the Father to me, I had a hard time. Jesus is my good shepherd who told me, “I know you.” Also the Holy Spirit told me who … Read more...
Eyes on Jesus
Just thought I might share this song. It’s so easy to buy in to whatever the world thinks is important or appealing, but I can see that I have to keep my eyes fixed on Jesus. Then everything else becomes … Read more...
More Than Servants
John 15b Testimony Part 3
In verse 15, Jesus says, “I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I … Read more...
Love is Not a Fairy Tale
John 15b Testimony Part 2
Jesus also said, “My command is this: love each other as I have loved you.” Through this part of the passage we come to see that Jesus gives his disciples this one command to love … Read more...
Joy and Obedience Go Together
John 15b Testimony Part 1
“I have told you so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” Through this passage I come to see that Jesus had a deeper sense of joy. A … Read more...