"But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us." 2 Corinthians 4:7
Seasons of Waiting was published in 2016, but if there ever was a “season” where this book could be most encouraging and beneficial to readers all over the world at the exact same time, this season of Covid-19 just might be it! Of course, I’ll take any excuse to highlight this book and encourage that it... Continue Reading →
"Whether it was two days, or a month, or a longer time that the cloud continued over the tabernacle, abiding there, the people of Israel remained in the camp and did not set out, but when it lifted they set out. At the command of the Lord they camped, and at the command of the... Continue Reading →
I’m not sure what your home has been looking like these last few weeks, but ours is starting to get a bit restless. Not restless to necessarily “do more” but restless in the sense of being more easily annoyed and more easily frustrated. Buttons are pushed a little bit quicker, comments come out a little... Continue Reading →
These are hard times. These are painful times. Sadness and grief seem to grow with each passing week. For some, loss has become more of a constant companion than a stranger just passing through. For others, we find ourselves weeping with those who weep and mourning with those who mourn. And then there are those... Continue Reading →
"You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your right hand supported me, and your gentleness made me great." Psalm 18:35 David said these words about and to the Lord, and they should be words we echo in praise, as well. By means of application, we should also pray that we are found faithful... Continue Reading →
These coming weeks, many of us will see a lot more of our children than we normally do as the Coronavirus makes its way through the United States, closing schools for weeks (or more!). Acts 20 has some wonderful encouragements for parents that come to us through the pen of Paul and the mouth of... Continue Reading →
Last week we looked at the reality that we can’t take our kids where we have not first gone ourselves. We can’t expect from them what we are not pursuing and modeling with our own lives. But there is another caution I would add…another encouragement I want to share. When our kids do begin to... Continue Reading →
March Madness is just around the corner. It’s one of the only times I watch basketball and I love it. The basketball is not only fast-paced and exciting, but the upsets are crazy! There is a reason it’s called “madness” and, in this case, the madness makes it fun! 🙂 I couldn’t help but think... Continue Reading →
EFFICIENT: achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense; working in a well-organized and competent way; preventing the wasteful use of a particular resource. The word efficient makes me smile! I love thinking and trying to live with efficiency in mind. It just makes sense to me. But this past summer, I was reminded... Continue Reading →
If you have ever watched TV, I’m sure you have heard the common line used by GEICO insurance: “15 minutes could save you 15% or more on car insurance.” What if I told you that 15 minutes of time today could save you a couple of hours tomorrow? That sounds even better than 15%, doesn’t... Continue Reading →
Just the Clay 