Diamond In The Rough

Diamond In The Rough

Have you ever seen a diamond before it’s polished? Actually, you may have seen one but didn’t even know it was a diamond. It’s not pretty. It isn’t polished, and it certainly doesn’t have the fire we look for in good quality diamonds. Most people might even sift...
God’s Holiness Rubbing Off On You

God’s Holiness Rubbing Off On You

Have you ever read the newspaper and then noticed the dark ink on your fingers?  It rubs off on your hands.  Or what about leaning against a white-washed wall – then you notice the white dust on your clothes.  Things are always rubbing off on you. ...
Remembering and Forgetting

Remembering and Forgetting

The story of salvation is a story of remembering and forgetting. Deep within every one of us is an image that was lovingly placed there by the creative imagination of God. When He conceived of us, He imprinted us with an image that was like Jesus. Over time and...
Wordless Signs

Wordless Signs

As you approach an intersection while driving, you notice a strange thing. The familiar red, hexagonal sign is there.  The funny thing is there are no words on it.  It’s a bit odd, but you know exactly what it is saying: “Stop.”  You may not...
Missional Living

Missional Living

Not long ago someone said they wanted to meet with me for a “purpose driven cup of coffee.” Who would deny such a request. Although a cup of coffee has its own pleasures and merits, when you add a purpose to it, the idea becomes compelling. Of course I had no idea...