I just completed a semester of Biblical Hebrew. In my lifetime, I've had the privilege to study 17 languages, and Biblical Hebrew was by far the most difficult. I'm not sure why I struggled so much, but every time I looked at a sentence for translation, the first thing I did was cry! Then, I … Continue reading A Few Thoughts on Biblical Hebrew from a Neophyte
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A Prayer in Times of Pain and Sorrow – Psalm 22 (Jesus Prayed It Too)
I love Psalm 22. In this psalm, God provides us with an awesome way to connect with Him in our sorrows, and to find His strength and peace in that place. In this psalm, God doesn't tell us our sorrows will completely disappear. But He shows us that He will be present with us in … Continue reading A Prayer in Times of Pain and Sorrow – Psalm 22 (Jesus Prayed It Too)
Thank God for Everyday Miracle Healings
Bible Verse “For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.” – Psalm 139:13-14 (NRSV) Reflection Recently in a class on healing prayer, I was introduced to a … Continue reading Thank God for Everyday Miracle Healings
The Best Way to Write Your Book Is Your Way
Many people have asked me the best way to put together a book. I'm talking here about non-fiction books. (Fictional novels are different. Story structure is a whole different art.) The beauty of book writing is that your book will be as unique as you are. And wouldn't your readers be sad if it wasn't? … Continue reading The Best Way to Write Your Book Is Your Way
Are You Abiding?
I heard someone share recently that she was reading John 15 about abiding in Christ (John 15:1-8). She had become worried when she read the part of branches not producing and being cut off (verses 2 and 6). She is being called into a season of rest and recalibration right now (as many of us … Continue reading Are You Abiding?
Locked Out on a Siberian Winter Night
Last night, in the freezing weather, a friend came to visit. She was wearing clothes that probably belonged in late fall or early spring. Acknowledging this, she said, "I knew I was just going across town from my house to yours." This reminded me of a time when I did the same thing. Except I … Continue reading Locked Out on a Siberian Winter Night
What Does It Mean to Be an Intercessor for Someone?
Has anyone asked you, "Will you be an intercessor for me?" We all need intercessors praying for us. Daily. Weekly. (Sometimes hourly!) And whenever led by God. If you don't have intercessors praying for you, ask God to give you the names of people you can ask to pray. My article, "Why Every Intercessor Needs … Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be an Intercessor for Someone?
Prayer Prompts for Christian Writers
As a Christian writer, I feel it's important to publish prayers on the internet. The web is filled with so many discouraging and distressing words. Prayer is one way for writers to prompt folks searching online to look to God for what they need most. When words of prayer fill the internet, not only do … Continue reading Prayer Prompts for Christian Writers
Now … Later … Yes … Not
A fellow intercessor and I were just talking about how easy it is to feel schizophrenic when listening to God and praying for people. If you're an intercessor, you can probably relate to this feeling. Not just intercessors, either. Any follower of Christ can feel this way. It's that question we all have when God … Continue reading Now … Later … Yes … Not
A Child Is Born
I was delighted to run across a meditation I wrote five years ago. I wanted to create a collection of seasonal meditations and managed to write a few before life took me on another writing path. The writer's life can be that way, and that's okay. As long as we are following God, we are … Continue reading A Child Is Born
Adventures with God 