Shepherding is one of the world’s oldest occupations. It exists in all parts of the globe, and it is an important part of pastoralist…
Daily Word: A Love Letter. Isaiah 43:2
Sigh. Today’s verse is part of a chapter I love for several reasons. First, because it is a “love letter” from the LORD to Israel…
Daily Word: Avoiding the Way of Pain. Proverbs 2:11-12
Wouldn’t it be great if there were warning signs today for problems we’ll face in the future? Like, don’t make this decision or that…
Daily Word: Love that Changes Lives. John 15:13
This is a difficult one. Jesus is commanding us to love. Not just the warm, fuzzy kind of love, but the love that has feet and hands…
Daily Word: Is it Time to Add Your Voice? Proverbs 31:8
Proverbs 31 is not just for women! There seems to be an indelible female identity for this chapter. The first nine verses contain…
Daily Word: The Forgotten Armor. Ephesians 6:18
Ah, yes, the Ephesians 6 Armor of GOD pericope (section of verses). Most of us are familiar with the six components of the spiritual…
Daily Word: Unraveling the Snare, Proverbs 29:25
Any type of fear is a trap, but the fear of man is particularly tricky. It can disguise itself as a form of respect or responsibility…
Daily Word: What Are You Wearing? Colossians 3:12
Does what we wear matter—spiritually? Paul’s letter to the Colossians is a reminder. He reminds them that once they “wore” the sinful…
Daily Word: Ready for Some Sparks? Proverbs 27:17
If we are, if we’re truly ready to learn from one another, there are a few questions to ask ourselves. Ready…
