We are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses. . . . — Hebrews 12:1 This month we have focused on serving as Jesus’ witnesses. Jesus ended his ministry on earthRead More…

“The city streets will be filled with boys and girls playing there.” — Zechariah 8:5 The Sabbath day is a good time to be reminded of the importance of play. While ourRead More…

She said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.” — Matthew 9:21 I am part of a group of pastors who gather each year for a retreat.Read More…

Then Philip . . . told him the good news about Jesus. — Acts 8:35 Valerie sat in my study for the first time. With excitement, she introduced herself and said, “IRead More…

“Young man, I say to you, ‘Get up!’” — Luke 7:14 I am not a morning person. I wish I were. I have learned to get up early out of necessity, butRead More…

“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you.” — Acts 1:8 A radio show once asked, “If you could choose between having the power of invisibility or flight, whichRead More…

“He has anointed me to proclaim good news. . . .” — Luke 4:18 As I sat with a group of pastors in a Central American country, I found myself deeply convictedRead More…

“When you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace to this house.’” — Luke 10:5 A few years ago there was a social media trend in which people posted good things about themselvesRead More…

Whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. — 1 Corinthians 11:26 Today is Sunday, and if you attend a worship service today,Read More…

Your faith in God has become known everywhere. — 1 Thessalonians 1:8 I have a soccer friend who quit his full-time job to become a social-media influencer. He focuses on differences betweenRead More…