We Fought for Our Lives Against the Riptides!
It was a sunny day in Hawaii. Kristi and I found a remote beach with a bay that was perfect for floating on rafts. The…
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Floating on a Raft Taught me to Trust God
When I was a girl I loved to float on a raft, soaking up the sunshine and resting on the water. I did this in…
I was “Strong but Stupid!” (Trying vs Training)
Two years ago I was riding 25 miles on my bike as fast as I could in my first Olympic Triathlon and I was soon…
Baruch’s Leadership Lesson on Greatness
When I met with Ray Ortlund Sr. for spiritual direction I often talked with him about the difficulties of ministry and being discouraged that I…
Eileen Needed a Fresh Touch from God
We all long for a fresh touch of God in our souls. Often it comes when we hear someone share vulnerably about a personal struggle…
The Best Fort Ever!
One year when I was a boy a bad tornado was approaching our home in suburban Chicago. I was watching the weather reports on television…
The Nazi Doctor
One morning I awoke at 5:00 am from two upsetting dreams. In both cases the person that I was helping angrily interrupted me to say…
A Different Kind of Monk
In my solitude with Jesus at a monastery I met a monk who taught me to listen to God. You might expect that. But this…
I Awoke at 4:30 am into a God-Adventure!
It was 4:30 am and I couldn’t get back to sleep. I tossed and turned. I meditated on Bible passages, but my heart wasn’t engaging…
Humbled by Boston Marathon Heat
I stood at the start line of the Boston Marathon poised and ready to go. I had dreamed of running this race since I ran…