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God’s Great Power
Today’s devotional took place at Calvary Church (I had to edit out the reference). I love the idea of the church as a staging center where people receive a fresh reminder of the Spirit’s power at work in and through them each Sunday – not to keep it to themselves
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NavigateLife – February 25
“Two are better than one.” Is this really true? This week, we poke some holes in the rugged individualism we so often celebrate here in America

Jonah and Anger with God
Today we talked about being angry with God and the fact that anger with God can lead one of two directions. Either we try to

NavigateLife – February 18
When was the last time you held a mirror up to your heart? Yes, not your hair or your teeth… but your heart. This week

NavigateLife – February 11
Often Valentine’s Day is a time to give gifts of candy or flowers, but have you ever considered giving the gift of forgiveness? Is there

NavigateLife – February 4
This week, we take a look into Ecclesiastes and are reminded that no matter what our circumstances hold, God has created this season we are

Is It Wrong To Long For Death?
The issue of suicide is extremely complex. There was a lot of information on the topic that I wanted to include in Sunday’s sermon that

Saul in Heaven?
Can a person who commits suicide end up in heaven? The most provocative and perhaps troubling statement from Sunday’s sermon on suicide for some people

NavigateLife – January 28
Are you bristling at correction you don’t think you need? Maybe a change in perspective will help. Check out NavigateLife this week and hear what

Old Books
I love books. As a child, my secret goal was to read every book in the youth and children’s section of the local library. I’m

NavigateLife – January 21
Do you find yourself simply maintaining surface friendships? When you struggle, where do you turn? This week’s NavigateLife is a moment of truth from God’s Word

NavigateLife – January 14
Do you ever feel like you’re the only one making the right choice? Has the temptation to cheat, just a little, nearly won you over?

NavigateLife – January 7
We all love the look of a fresh snowfall, but when it melts what will we uncover? In many ways our lives can take on

NavigateLife – December 31
Today’s NavigateLife segment brings the good news that God’s mercies are new every morning. Accordingly, we are encouraged to approach the new year with a renewed purpose

NavigateLife – December 24
This week’s NavigateLife segment begins with great opening lines from classic literature, reminding us that Jesus’ birth is the greatest opening line in history. However, It is
Our Daily Bread
I was sent a link to yesterday’s Our Daily Bread. It was written by a member of our congregation, read by another member of our congregation

NavigateLife – December 17
This week’s NavigateLife segment reminds us that God is near to the brokenhearted. This promise is especially comforting for those who have experienced a loss recently

Sandy Hook Statement
We were deeply saddened to hear of the horrific news of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut today. As parents to elementary

NavigateLife – December 10
This Monday’s Navigate Life segment encouraged us to take time this season to appreciate the stories of Christmas. As you enjoy traditions and share memories with your