You might think a discussion on the Lord’s Prayer should begin with the Lord’s Prayer, but to understand Jesus’ teaching on prayer I think we need to start a few verses prior to the words “Our Father…” The Gospels provide two occasions when Jesus spoke about the Lord’s Prayer to […] Read more
Introductory Thoughts on Prayer
For many years I’ve found myself between the desire to have the freedom to do and say what I want, and the knowledge that I seem to make better choices when a path is laid out in front of me. I’ve often thought these two seemingly contrary urges to irreconcilable, […] Read more
Chesterton and Modern Man
I have been listening to G.K. Chesterton’s classic book Orthodoxy and am realizing the timeless nature of his words. If you have not yet read this little book of 160 pages then I recommend purchasing it and adding it to your library; but make sure to read it prior to […] Read more
Psalm 150: Eternal Praise
This poem, from my book A New Song, was written as personal response to Psalm 150. Read more
Psalm 150: Hobbits, Narnia, and Eternity
This, my final post on the Psalms, can stand on its own, but it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 150. If you find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well. Read more
Psalm 149: Just Love
This poem, from my book A New Song, was written as a personal response to Psalm 149. Read more
Psalm 149: He Crowns Us!
This post can stand on its own, but it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 149. If you find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well. Read more
Psalm 148: Creation’s Song
This poem, from my book A New Song, was written as a personal response to Psalm 148. Read more