Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. Ephesians 5:18 NIV The man got home and went straight to the fridge. He had been waiting for this moment. He grabbed a cold one and cracked it open. He probably could have heard a little voice inside... Continue Reading →
Wake Up
for it is light that makes everything visible. This is why it is said: "Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you." Ephesians 5:14 NIV At sea, a man was rowing through the night. They did not have much food on board so they had a line out... Continue Reading →
Lest We Forget
Lest we forget, the Scriptures are but highway signs: Christ, the beloved, is the way. Kierkegaard (Provocations)
What Pleases God
and find out what pleases the Lord. Ephesians 5:10 NIV It was a creative writing class. In it, there were a couple of overly creative young people. They were excited to finally be in a class where they could give wings to their creativity. The exercises they were given spurred them on. But the... Continue Reading →
Empty Words
Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient. Ephesians 5:6 NIV A family visiting another country went to stay with another family in their home. Their hosts received them well and warmly. It was more than evident that this home was... Continue Reading →
In Spite Of
In spite of our human frailties, we can grow in grace and move progressively closer toward a more perfect experiential union with God. A.W. Tozer (That Incredible Christian)
Imitators of God
Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children Ephesians 5:1 NIV His dad loved him with a passion. He took him everywhere he could with him. He took him on adventures. He taught him how to fish and how to ride a bike. When his father had his straight hair permed into a... Continue Reading →
