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Today’s reading is one of those passages that can easily be taken out of context. It’s easy to read that God’s plans for us include good things, a future and a hope, and assume that those good things will be the things we define as good. And honestly, maybe they will be. But I think… Read more
Today’s reading is the parable of the builders. It’s a well-known story of the wisdom of the person who builds their house on a firm foundation, so that when the rains come, the house will stand strong and they will have shelter and safety from the storm. It’s easy to understand the point and agree… Read more
On this Friday, take a minute and pause, and remember just a few of the things God says about you: You have been set free from sin and you are a fully adopted member of God’s family. (John 8:34-36) You have been created uniquely and specifically by God. (Psalm 139:14) Absolutely nothing can separate you… Read more
Earlier this summer and fall there were a couple of nights when the northern lights were visible in Iowa. Many of you had pictures of the incredible display that is usually only visible much further north and during the winter months, and I loved seeing your pictures because I missed it. I didn’t realize it… Read more
