Even If
“Look among the nations, and see; wonder and be astounded. For I am doing a work in your days that you would not believe if told.” (1:5)
The Match
“Sometimes, the secrets did indeed wither and die— but other times, they grew stronger, too strong, taking nourishment from the sunlight and wreaking destruction.”
Suffering Wisely and Well
“The world is both far worse and far better than we ever suspected… But God’s assurance of victory over that [chaos and evil] is far calmer and happier than we ever suspected.”
Everything We Didn’t Say
Unsolved double homicide in a rural Iowan farming community. Let’s do this.
Where the Deer and the Antelope Play
“You rarely see messaging encouraging one to sit still, breathe, and please don’t think about buying anything at all.”
Before You Lose Your Faith
“Yes, God is a mystery. But he can also be known. He is known in Jesus. He is known in the pages of Scripture. And when we seek him with all of our heart, we will find him.”
The Lady’s Mine
“Courage could be reckless, and recklessness brought consequences.”
The Gathering Storm
“Christians must display faith in God’s design, faith in God’s Word, and faith in the power of the gospel.”
Gospel-Centered Motherhood
“In God’s economy, when His people empty themselves for His sake, they are filled with His presence which leads to purpose, joy, and satisfaction.”
Damaged Intentions
Conspiracy theorists, mysterious cult survivors, and a hostage situation.
The Turn of the Key
“Don’t come here,” she whispered, “It’s not safe.”
A Gentle Answer
“While true faith is filled with holy fire, it is a fire that is meant for refining and healing, as opposed to dividing and destroying.”
The Push
“A mother’s heart breaks a million ways in her lifetime.”
The Four Winds
“The four winds have blown us here, people from all across the country, to the very edge of this great land, and now, at last, we make our stand, fight for what we know to be right. We fight for our American dream, that it will be possible again.”
Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God
“The sovereignty of God in grace gave Paul hope of success as he preached to deaf ears, and held up Christ before blind eyes, and sought to move stony hearts. His confidence was that where Christ sends the gospel there Christ has his people.”
2021 in Review
How did I read 80 books this year?!
The Younger Wife
“It felt like everything that she’d trusted to be real and true had turned out to be a mirage and now she didn’t know what or who to believe.”
Taking Down Backpage
“This is a case about a new generation of slave traders who have created an online marketplace to exploit the most vulnerable people in our society, all while pocketing millions and millions of dollars each month.”
Good News of Great Joy
A great advent devotional!
Is Christmas Unbelievable?
Has the familiarity of the Christmas story numbed you to its reality?