Christian Life

The Fence

It was early. Quiet. The smell of recent rain and fresh dirt drifted from the ground as I dug. If I hurried, I could get this thing buried and no one would know. There would be no questions, no investigations. I wanted this job to look professional. Getting this lined up had taken time. I didn’t…

Stay the Course

Staying put is not easy. Not all of us are stuck at home. Some have “essential jobs” and are busier than ever. Either way, we all live with the tension that has our entire country—our world—holding its breath. The word from the Lord today is, “stay the course.” It is not easy. You might be feeling stuck or…

The Worry Vaccine

God is clear about worrying and panic: DON’T DO IT! Instead, He gives us something else to do. “Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Phi 4:6 CSB) The clear antidote to worry is prayer. This is for every situation. Take…