Trade-Works & Transcendence
A night that struck a chord. What a privilege it was for Kilby and I to serve the church in Belgium shortly after marriage. We have been astounded at how they lovingly nurtured us in our time there (early 2020), and have continued to impact us through the years. We delight in the purpose and … Continue reading Trade-Works & Transcendence
No Little People
Years after my first readings, I remain astounded by the way Francis Schaeffer spoke about image-bearers. For many years I have studied his life and writings, sat under those who lived as understudy to Schaeffer for several years, and my life-course has been impacted as a result of his life. Professor Douglas Groothuis has called … Continue reading No Little People
Rest on Love Divine
I am not able; Christ is able. I am not strong; Christ is strong. I am not holy; Christ is holy. …Yet, by grace, Through faith… He invades this lowly lot, With His highest estate. He fills this humble beggar, With far more than daily bread. He saved this sinner, And saw fit to call … Continue reading Rest on Love Divine
Clay Brick Fixed to Solid Rock
One of the most distinct memories from our first years in Northern Uganda, not far from the border with Congo and South Sudan, took place on a trip to a major refugee settlement. People come to Uganda to escape violence, war, famine, and other challenges, yet new issues inevitably beset them. We were riding with … Continue reading Clay Brick Fixed to Solid Rock
Fear Not Death
People following Jesus see death as a win. For themselves, and for all who know Him. Started January 11, 2017, Finished April 25, 2026 Take a sip of your hot tea, or coffee, or water, or a scoop of Saturday ice cream, and join me. Read these verses. Hear my thoughts. Examine your heart. For … Continue reading Fear Not Death
No Greater Investment: Go Dig
Hanging on by a holy thread, One which will not let you go. No greater gain nor guide for life. It takes only coins to buy a book from the seller, but the cost is time to plumb its depths. Men oft purchase the chest, yet prolong-neglect the treasure. The shelf can be full while … Continue reading No Greater Investment: Go Dig
Lord, Help Us See
In 8th grade I thought I had pretty decent eyesight. A coach told me to go get my eyes checked out. A quick appointment with the Walmart eye doctor revealed that what I had was not particularly decent; it could even be called indecent in the sense that my eyesight was shockingly not good. As … Continue reading Lord, Help Us See
Low-Lit Trails in a Darkened World
Or, Means of Grace which Light the Way As a child and youth, hiking, camping, and backpacking became beloved escapes. These were the closest thing to a hobby I maintained while scrapping my way through engineering school. I can’t tell you what season or year this story comes from, but I know it was a … Continue reading Low-Lit Trails in a Darkened World
What Are the Chances?
What is providence? Providence is the way God is actively and intimately at work at all times and in all ways; he is truly sovereign. He is not the clockmaker who has set things in motion and is now hands-free, to be called upon again only in times of troubling issues. He sees all, knows … Continue reading What Are the Chances?
Fighting Words: Against Dead Religion
When your faith rests solely on Christ, you will make him known to others. You will not see this as a once in a while event but as the delight of your daily life. A lot of tallies, polls, and percentages of “Christians” in the world today are skewed, and oxymoronic, due to the complete … Continue reading Fighting Words: Against Dead Religion
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