When I was in Kentucky several years ago for school, I found myself at WalMart. A lot. Being 1700 miles from home inhibits the normal comforts of
A Boisterous Declaration
At the end of 1 Chronicles (and King David's life), David draws Solomon, his son and future king, close to tell of the provisions he has made for the
Trash and Tent Pegs
When you attended elementary school, did your teacher ever have the bulletin board of classroom tasks? It's a board with duties and chores that are
Spiritual Refreshment
This evening I came across a blog entry by my friend Steve Gallagher posted on the Ellerslie website. Steve's words touched and convicted my heart. I
Where Are You Planted?
Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is
What Do You Study . . . While You Sleep?
Have you ever wondered what it would look like if you truly delighted in and loved the Lord with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength? Not just
The Tale (Tail) of the Firebug
I grew up in the West, at the foot of the grand Rockies. But for the last year I have lived in Tennessee—which I’ve been told makes me a transplanted
A Season of Moving Clutter
I’m in the middle of moving. Twice. In one week. Now, for clarification, not a single thing has been moved out of my single-room abode; however my
A Mighty-Valiant Vision for My Life
I first starting blogging back in 2005. Though the writing style has (hopefully) improved and the website has gone through many iterations, I