I’m going to admit something that most people think shouldn’t happen to people who serve in ministry. I have felt spiritually numb. That’s right! I have felt like my prayers went up and bounced back off the ceiling. I have struggled to sit through worship service. I have wondered whether or not God realized what … Continue reading When You Feel Spiritually Numb
Adversity
When the Creek Rises…
“God willing and the creek don’t rise.” Have you ever heard that phrase? Have you ever used it? For those who have not heard that phrase, basically, it means that you plan to do something unless you face something that you were not expecting. However, think about the words in that old phrase. Does God … Continue reading When the Creek Rises…
Dealing with the Bad Times
We moved to a new ministry in 2008 and put our house on the market. We had high expectations until the housing bubble burst that year. For two years we could not sell the house no matter what we tried or how much we cut the price. It was hard, and it was scary. One … Continue reading Dealing with the Bad Times
Tornado Lessons
Where were you on Monday evening (November 20, 2023)? I was driving on Highway 16 and reached the Farmhaven community a little after 6:00 p.m. It was raining. Then the winds picked up and hail began to fall. Suddenly, the interior of my truck was filled with the sound of something like a loud whistle. … Continue reading Tornado Lessons
What Is Strength?
I can say whatever I want, regardless of whom it hurts. I can force my way on others. I can use brute force when it feels right. I do not listen to anyone. Is that it? Or is that a façade of strength when it is actually foolishness? I do not believe that anyone wants … Continue reading What Is Strength?
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