Have you ever tried to view a panoramic painting? Its sheer size and scope overshadow the details that comprise the picture. The same is true for the panorama of Daniel’s life. When he was first taken captive, false prophets claimed the Babylonian captivity would be short. But, as the years wore on, the apostate Hebrews lost sight of God even more than they had before. The Israelite nation seemed to be all but annihilated. That was certainly their captor’s goal….
Prayer
Grocery Lists, Gridirons, and Grace
Are you a list maker? A few weeks ago, I conducted a Twitter poll to see how many people habitually make lists. I was astounded at the comments it generated. Many people said they included tasks they’d already done just so they could feel good about crossing something off their list….
When God Smacks You on the Shoulder
I don’t do 5 a.m. well….
Jesus’ Week on the Mount of Olives: Seeing What Matters
Virtually everyone has seen a backlit portrait of Jesus praying the night He was betrayed. But this Easter, as I read about His last week of His earthly life, something jumped out at me that I hadn’t noticed before. “Every day Jesus taught at the temple, but every evening He went out to spend the night on the Mount of Olives” (Luke 21:37, BSB, emphasis mine)….
Diverging Paths and Defining Moments
Sometimes a defining moment sneaks up on you without warning. But what about the one you can see coming?…
