“Honey, you don’t like to go anywhere but the day spa. The fact you want to go to east Africa is astonishing.” “God obviously wants to take a vacation with you.” With me? Understand, I spent a lot of my Christian life planning events for my family, friends, women’s groups, and marriage retreats so people could build relationships or maybe…
You’ve Got to Jump
After He had dismissed them, He went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, He was there alone, and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw Him…
Faith Walk
I read that high-wire-walking legend Nik Wallenda planned to walk a tightrope across the Grand Canyon. I told Brice I did not want to miss the excitement of the live television event. So on June 23, 2013, my family and I were glued to the television when Nik crossed the Grand Canyon. He had no…
Ridiculous Faith: The Faithful Hand of God
Promise: “I will pursue you with goodness and mercy.” … who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions… — Hebrews 11:33 Several years ago, along with our church’s media team, I was coproducing and hosting What’s Your Story?, a cable TV program. This show about inspiring stories…