BEYOND EXAGGERATION! ISAIAH 65:17-25 In this seemingly unlikely Easter text, Isaiah is forecasting a new age of salvation. This was a welcomed word to the many Judeans who had… read more

WHEN THE DECK IS STACKED ISAIAH 50:4-9a There is a popular type of movie in which a character played by Sly Stallone or Bruce Willis willingly goes into a situation fighting… read more

GETTING ON WITH THE FUTURE ISAIAH 43:16-21 The young recruit to the monastic order was warned of its severity, strictness, and vow of silence. At the end of ten years he was… read more

A SATISFIED CRAVING ISAIAH 55:1-9 Every day, out-of-town visitors and tourists come into our office seeking information about our historic community, our church, our favorite… read more

THE RIGHT WORD  GENESIS 15:1-12, 17-18 I purchased another book, Thesaurus of Alternatives to Worn-Out Words and Phrases, to help me find the right word for every occasion. … read more

WORSHIP HABITS DEUTERONOMY 26:1-11 At a recent leadership conference I participated in breakout sessions where I was introduced to a variety of worship experiences. The… read more