Baffled

I am about to ask a very stupid question. It’s stupid because I should know the answer. Actually, I’m pretty sure I do know the answer but it is still a question that baffles me. Why do people help me? Why do people give to me and the mission? On a spiritual level, I understand [...]

Unforgiven

As I was reflecting on the things God has been bringing to mind about my childhood and past, I realized with a twinge of apprehension and dismay that I had allowed pockets of hurt, pain and resentment to build up. The reason for my twinge was that I know the damage done when unforgiveness is [...]

Trust…Yourself?

Tonight it occurred to me that it really isn’t so much about trusting other people that is the problem. At least, it isn’t the core problem. We all know that humans are fallible. We all know that the heart of mankind is fickle and “prone to stray” as the old hymn goes. Jesus knew this [...]

Trust…It’s an Issue

I have trust issues. Yes, I’ve shocked you. Taken you totally by surprise. You can’t believe ‘lil ole me, who believes so much in the power of God to transform lives, would have a hard time trusting people. Not very convincing, am I? Trust is a critical component of mission. I must first earn trust [...]