“Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.’” – John 8:12 (NL...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“I am counting on the LORD; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word.” – Psalm 130:5 (NLT)“You Can Count on Him” Have you ever heard someone say, “Doesn’t AN...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“LORD, if you kept a record of our sins, who, O Lord, could ever survive?” – Psalm 130:3 (NLT)“The God Who Forgives AND Forgets!” I read one of the saddest blogs I’ve ever se...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“From the depths of despair, O Lord, I call for your help.” – Psalm 130:1 (NLT)“Are You Ready to Listen?” A few years ago, I preached a message called, “Are You Ready to List...  Read More

“For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16 (NLT)...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him.” – Psalm 127:3 (NLT) I remember the day my first son was born. It was like a dream. As I stood there in that r...  Read More

Walking Through The Psalms“Unless the LORD builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted.” – Psalm 127:1 (NLT)“Make Sure You Get the Foundation Right!” Several years back, Dartmouth College was i...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.” – Psalm 126:5 (NLT)“Plant in Tears, Reap in Joy” Can you imagine what the homes and fields of the Israelites looke...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“When the LORD brought back his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream!” – Psalm 126:1 (NLT)“Like a Dream” What a beautiful description. Because of their disobedience, the ...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“What if the LORD had not been on our side?” – Psalm 124:1 (NLT)“What If God Wasn’t There?” Life is hard sometimes. And it changes fast. Health issues come up. Relationship p...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“We keep looking to the LORD our God for his mercy, just as servants keep their eyes on their master.” – Psalm 123:2 (NLT)“Freedom in Slavery” Several years ago, I preached a...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Indeed, he who watches over Israel never slumbers or sleeps.” – Psalm 121:4 (NLT)"God's Awake So You Can Sleep" Several years ago, I spent a few days with my grandkids when ...  Read More

“But the angel reassured them. ‘Don’t be afraid!”’ he said. ‘I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.’” – Luke 2:10 (NLT)...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“I look up to the mountains—does my help come from there? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth!” – Psalm 121:1-2 (NLT)“Where Does YOUR Help Come From?” Fort...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Rescue me, O LORD, from liars and from all deceitful people.” – Psalm 120:2 (NLT)“Worry About Your Character, Not Your Reputation” Have you ever had someone lie about you? I...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“I took my troubles to the LORD; I cried out to him, and he answered my prayer.” – Psalm 120:1 (NLT)“Where Are You Taking Your Troubles?” Where do you take YOUR troubles? Som...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“I have wandered away like a lost sheep; come and find me, for I have not forgotten your commands.” – Psalm 119:176 (NLT)“They Are Only a Prayer Away” Read this verse again. ...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“I rejoice in your word like one who discovers a great treasure.” – Psalm 119:162 (NLT)“A Crater of Diamonds!” In Murfreesboro, Arkansas, is the Crater of Diamonds State Park...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Your promises have been thoroughly tested; that is why I love them so much.” – Psalm 119:140 (NLT)“Read the Reviews” Having traveled a good bit, I learned a valuable lesson ...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“It is time for you to act, LORD; your law is being broken.” – Psalm 119:126 (NIV)“Let God Be God” “It is time for you to act, LORD!” Have you ever prayed that prayer? Maybe,...  Read More

“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9:6 ...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Give discernment to me, your servant; then I will understand your laws.” – Psalm 119:125 (NLT)“Learning to Discern” I’m a big believer in listening to intuition. It’s a toug...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me, I will quietly keep my mind upon your promises.” – Psalm 119:95 (TLB)“Let It Go!” Some people are not worthy of the amount o...  Read More

Walking Through the Psalms“My eyes are straining to see your promises come true. When will you comfort me?” – Psalm 119:82 (NLT)“A Prayer for Those Who Are Straining” Straining. That word jumped out a...  Read More