Why do you do what you do? When we were at the youth ministry conference, one of the seminars we sat in on talked about what a “calling” is. Chap Clark who led the seminar, said that often times we see Matthew 28 as the Great Commission (rightfully so because that is what it is…
As you may have read in my previous post, Dan’s Uncle Dave had passed away this past weekend. We did not want to miss the visitation or funeral, so we decided to head home Saturday morning. Our trip home became a little more than what we expected, but right when we think we are getting…
Giving. Giving is such a rich tool that we can use to advance the kingdom of God. But why is it so hard? Giving can involve possessions, time, energy, and much more. But how often do we just give others our leftovers? This is where I am challenged. It is often AFTER I get everything…
Ecclesiastes 5:10 says: Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income. This too is meaningless. Awhile ago I read the book Weird by Craig Groeschel. One of the sections was on money and boy was I challenged – I hope you too, are challenged by some of…
Wow, April 1 already? It is weird to think that Dan and I have been living here in Minnesota for 3 1/2 weeks, yet at the same time, it feels like it’s been way longer (pretty sure I’ve already said that in previous posts, but just reiterating the fact that it is WEIRD!) Yesterday we…
Lord, we remember You… Those are the words from the song “Remembrance” by Matt Redman that I keep repeating over and over in my head today. (For those at that service, you know what I’m talking about). Yesterday as we sat in church, remembering what Christ did for us, I had tears in my eyes so many times,…
