2024.07.26

Do you notice how this short little verse conveys a sense of urgency, a caution against procrastination, and a sense of fealty toward the Giver of the Commandments? I only have one thing to ask: “What are you waiting for?”

2024.07.23

Life Verses Life verses are those scriptures that have special meaning in a particular Christian’s life. Often, these verses are tied to extreme life events, profound spiritual awakenings, or memories of important Christian mentors who touched our lives. Yet, it is surprising how many Christians I find don’t have life verses. What won’t surprise you […]

2024.07.21

TOYIN’ Salvation’s moment God’s amazing grace received A call on our life To serve the God of mercy To share that grace with others “To Serve and to Share” – an original HitchHiker TANKA inspired by the gift of the Christ.

2024.07.19

I will praise you with an upright heart, when I learn your righteous rules. Psalm 119:7 Do we stand in awe of the covenant God made with Israel? Do we stand in awe of the covenant God expressed in the birth, life, death, and resurrection of the Christ? The rules of that covenant are simple, […]

2024.07.14

Toyin’ “Charity is a must” – an original HitchHiker TANKA inspired by a sage of yesteryear… Rubertus Maldenius

2024.07.12

But he answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 Jesus answers the tempter by quoting Deuteronomy 8:3. Whenever I read this verse, I see the contrast between creation and the Creator. The devil challenges Jesus in his creaturely discomfort of […]

2024.07.10

Will there be Anyone Left to Speak? PART 2 Yesterday, I spoke about my concerns about the divided culture and church. I cautioned that the continued and escalating divisions could lead to a point where we will no longer have a voice that speaks for us. Today, I speak for myself and my convictions. Although […]