In 1949, a spontaneous revival broke out on the island of Lewis, a remote part of Scotland. Hundreds of lives were changed over the next three years. One story sticks out to me and that is the story of Willie. Willie was what we would call a prodigal, meaning that he had known the “straight… Continue reading Don’t Give Up on Prodigals
Tag: Devotionals
When God Remembers
In those moments, it can feel like we're forgotten. It feels like God somehow tricked us or betrayed us. We were told that everything would be ok but here we are, like Noah, in the middle of a sea that is strong, prevailing, wondering how long until we come to rest. It feels as if God has prepped us for nothing but disappointment and disaster.
Three Types of Spiritual Weeds
There are two kingdoms in this life: The kingdom of light and the kingdom of darkness; the Kingdom of Heaven, and that of our enemy, the devil Satan. And at the end of the day, the end of your life, the end of the age, you either belong to one or the other. But, what… Continue reading Three Types of Spiritual Weeds
Fruit Takes Time
"Ouch!" That was how I discovered I had a pear tree. Well, that's how I discovered I had a pear tree that had actual pears on it. When we bought our home, I was delighted to have so many trees on our property. I like trees. Sure, they're a pain to mow around, but I… Continue reading Fruit Takes Time
Faithfulness Or Fruitfulness?
What is more important: being faithful to God, or bearing fruit? Are these options mutually exclusive? In Luke 13:6-9, Jesus tells the story of a man who had a fig tree in his vineyard because he wanted fruit. That's the purpose of a fig tree, to bear figs. And after 3 years of no fruit,… Continue reading Faithfulness Or Fruitfulness?
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