How Many Birds are You Worth?
How many birds are you worth? Really. Have you ever thought about pricing a person in terms of birds?! Jesus has such a delightful and humorous…
Tag: Self-Esteem
No Pressure. No Guilt. Just Love.
A few days ago Kristi and I were walking along Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point, CA, holding hands, listening to the ocean waves, and…
No Condemnation in Christ
Today, out of the blue, I received a harsh criticism from someone. It was like being slugged in the gut when I wasn’t looking. Probably…
Bloom Where You are Planted (a Benediction)
I’d like to share with you the benediction I wrote to go with my sermon on Matthew 6:25-34, “Be God’s Wildflower — Be Worry Free.”…
Don’t Feel Bad About Sin, Feel Sad
I often talk with pastors and other servants of the Lord who judge themselves harshly. I tell them, “Don’t feel bad. Feel sad.” God never…
The Curb of Shame
“There’s your curb of shame Bill!” My friend riding on the bike next to me laughed as he pointed to the spot on the street…
No Condemnation
Today is Ash Wednesday which begins the period of Lent — 40 days to prepare our hearts for Easter resurrection. This holy season is helpful…
Blessed In Christ!
Some years ago Kristi and I walked the streets of ancient Ephesus in modern day Turkey. In the ancient past, people came from miles in…
Use Your Christ Shield to Deal with Criticism
When you experience criticism are you defensive? Do you get angry? Maybe you internalize your anger and become discouraged? Many pastors and caregivers, and others…
Like a Flower in the Father’s Field
Life is precious and brief. How can we “redeem the time” before our days on earth slip away? (Ephesians 5:16). The ancient devotional masters were…