Fear and the Lord’s Amazing Grace
I think it is safe to say most people are familiar with the hymn Amazing Grace. Many famous musicians have sung or performed it. It’s heard at many funerals and…
Christina Fox
In the Face of Crisis, Fear the Lord
Fear. It’s an emotion we all know well, and in recent weeks, it’s one that has asserted itself in our minds and hearts. We fear both ourselves and loved ones…
God’s Word in Your Child’s Mind
A few years ago, at the start of a new school year, I announced to the kids that we would be memorizing the book of James. “The whole book?” one…
When Our Idols Fail Us
One of my son’s favorite Bible stories is that of Elijah and the prophets of Baal. Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to visit the site where that event…
Guard Your Heart
Watch any romantic drama or comedy and you are bound to hear it. It’s a phrase that inevitably comes up in conversation between characters. When a woman is torn about…
Learning from Example
In my quiet time lately, I've been reading the book of Jeremiah. He was a prophet to the people of Judah, called to warn them of God's coming wrath for their…
The Story and the Suffering
The Bible has a lot to say about human suffering. Most believers can reference or quote a few passages that speak to the pains and sorrows we face in life.…
When You Go Through the Valley
On a recent trip to Israel, I had the privilege of walking where Jesus walked. Our group also explored sites and locations of important places and events in the Old…
Weeping While We Work
When you are part of a church for any length of time, you inevitably experience the ups and downs of church life. I attended the same church for two decades…
True Self-Knowledge
Have you ever gone through some sort of identity crisis? You know, the kind where you wonder who you are and what you are supposed to do? After living in…
Something to Hate
Do you have any words you outlaw in your home? Perhaps you forbid words such as “shut up” or “stupid.” One of the words I limit in our house is…
Biblical Encouragement
“How are you doing? Really doing? How are you handling your hard week?” she asked. Then she followed those questions up with, “Can I pray for you right now?” Encouragement–we…