At Christ’s first coming, he inaugurated the last days; at his second coming, he will complete them. Until then, we live in “the overlap of the ages.” — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/already-not-yet
When Your Mother Grows Old: Open Letter to Younger Believers | Desiring God
In a day when youth is prized and old age is feared, young people would do well to heed the counsel of Proverbs: “Do not despise your mother when she is old.” — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/when-your-mother-grows-old I'm trying to come up with some of my own thoughts to add to this, but nothing is coming. … Continue reading When Your Mother Grows Old: Open Letter to Younger Believers | Desiring God
Visible Faith
The Parable of the Sower. If you've heard it once, you've heard it a thousand times. Besides Jesus' death and resurrection, I think it is one of the most commonly spoken about passages. Anyone who has grown up in or around church could probably recite it from memory without too much difficulty. And if you … Continue reading Visible Faith
Your Job Well Done: Why Good Work Matters to God | Desiring God
We work because God works. And we work in a way that pleases God when we work how he does. — Read on http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/your-job-well-done 5 simple, easy steps we can imitate so that our work pleases the Lord. I am currently in a time of job searching and figuring out where I fit in. I … Continue reading Your Job Well Done: Why Good Work Matters to God | Desiring God
A Famous and Forgotten Romance: Six Lessons for Marriage and Ministry | Desiring God
Not every marriage in Scripture is worth imitating. But some marriages deserve our careful study, including the union of one famous and forgotten couple. — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-famous-and-forgotten-romance I've been reading through Acts. I never knew how many times Priscila and Aquila were mentioned. Nor how highly Paul thought of them. (At first, I was … Continue reading A Famous and Forgotten Romance: Six Lessons for Marriage and Ministry | Desiring God
Healthy “Ice Cream”
So I love Nutella. I eat it by the spoonful. My students who at it on rolls and called it "lunch" were on to something. I also love chocolate in any shape, size or form. (which includes on mangoes, although some of my friends would heartily disagree!) And if there is peanut butter with it, … Continue reading Healthy “Ice Cream”
Will Your Life Count When You’re Gone? A Plea for Spiritual Fathers | Desiring God
The best of fathers will fight, pray, sacrifice, and defend until his last breath so that his family and church thrive long after he’s gone. — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/will-your-life-count-when-youre-gone Oh man. Such a powerful statement and story. While this is written to men, I believe that it applies to women as well. We need spiritual … Continue reading Will Your Life Count When You’re Gone? A Plea for Spiritual Fathers | Desiring God
The Quiet Power of Ordinary Devotions | Desiring God
Reading through the Bible may feel ordinary most days, but the effects over a lifetime will be anything but ordinary. — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-quiet-power-of-ordinary-devotions Growing up, I always wanted to study the Bible everyday. I knew it was what Christians should do. It's how you grew your personal relationship with Christ. But I could never … Continue reading The Quiet Power of Ordinary Devotions | Desiring God
Should Parents Spank Their Children? | Desiring God
Not all spanking harms children — but some may. So, what distinguishes good spanking from bad? — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/should-parents-spank-their-children This is so well written on a topic that is very controversial! In my own reflections on this topic as a teacher and studying the Bible, I would add something about shepherds and sheep. The … Continue reading Should Parents Spank Their Children? | Desiring God
What Your Past Says About You Today | Desiring God
Do you still bear the weight of your past? The scars you carry are telling the story of how God has saved you, carried you, and changed you. — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/what-your-past-says-about-you-today So powerful. It helps me to put memories of my past in their proper place when they come back with a vengeance. Flashbacks … Continue reading What Your Past Says About You Today | Desiring God
Heaven is my Home 