Remember the Sabbath
May 23, 2025
Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. Why? God had his reasons, and they are for our good. … More Remember the Sabbath
Tag: rest
Missionaries Vacation Too
June 17, 2024
Do you feel guilty when you take a vacation from ministry? You shouldn’t. Missionaries need time off too. … More Missionaries Vacation Too
Learning from the Past: Two
January 19, 2024
The writer of Hebrews takes us all the way back to the 2nd chapter of Genesis in speaking of the rest that God provides. Our Sabbath rest is made possible through Christ. … More Learning from the Past: Two
Relief
November 29, 2023
For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; “he will lead them to springs of living water.” “And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” Revelation 7:17 (NIV) Eliza Hewitt wrote the well-known hymn that conveys our future outlook. The first line reads: “When we all get to … More Relief
Fallow Fields
March 17, 2021
What areas of work or ministry were laid fallow by the pandemic? Will you take them up again or allow another to work that field instead? … More Fallow Fields
Comfort in the Darkness: 4 – Trouble vs. Trust
October 2, 2020
What do you do when your heart is troubled? Trust. Make sure it’s in Jesus. … More Comfort in the Darkness: 4 – Trouble vs. Trust
A Healthy Distance
July 27, 2020
Feeling like people are always vying for your time and attention in ministry? How do you create margin in ministry? Keep a healthy distance. … More A Healthy Distance
Jet Lagged
May 21, 2019
There is something wrong with my vacation planning, when I do not give myself a day of recovery following an overseas flight that arrives late at night. The result is jet lag that hits you mid-afternoon. The problem was, I not only worked a full day but had a board meeting that evening as well. … More Jet Lagged
Make me lie down
January 19, 2017
Tonight I was with a small group of the faithful for a time of prayer at our church, and we did some reflection on Psalm 23. It is such a beautiful psalm of comfort, and now, back at home, I’ve turned off the TV to simply swim in it some more. One of my seminary … More Make me lie down