Part five in a series of musings on the book of Esther. “When Mordecai learned all that had happened, he tore his clothes and put on sackcloth… Read more “Clothed in Sackcloth – Finding a Place for Lament in the King’s House”
Before Haman Was – What to Remember When Problems Seem Big
Part four in a series of musings on the book of Esther. Tears streamed down his face. Matching an expression wholly marked by sorrow. As he ran… Read more “Before Haman Was – What to Remember When Problems Seem Big”
All and Well – The God Given Pattern of Obedience
Part three in series of musings on the book of Esther. “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.” (Ephesians vi.1) Such a small… Read more “All and Well – The God Given Pattern of Obedience”
The Two Laws – The Stratagem of Our Salvation
Part two in a series of musings on the book of Esther. Just after the very beginning of the beginning of time. In a garden – in… Read more “The Two Laws – The Stratagem of Our Salvation”
The Die that was Cast – A Picture of Christ in the Book of Esther
Part one in a series of musings on the book of Esther. If I asked you what the book of Esther is all about, what would you… Read more “The Die that was Cast – A Picture of Christ in the Book of Esther”
The Broken Pot – How to Overcome the Fear of Failure
Clank! A pot, or something that resembled a pot, was set down on Otto’s makeshift desk. Right on top of his open journal. Not again. He gripped the pen… Read more “The Broken Pot – How to Overcome the Fear of Failure”
Even the Fleas – The Power of Giving Thanks in All Circumstances
Guest post by Kaitlyn Donihue. This article was originally published on Kaitlyn’s blog, Simply Devoted. When we hear the word thanksgiving, many of us tend to think… Read more “Even the Fleas – The Power of Giving Thanks in All Circumstances”
Laundry Soap, Toothpaste, and Razor Blades – The Final Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way
Part five in a series of lesson God taught Brother Andrew. In the last part of this series, Without Reserve, Andrew and four of his fellow students… Read more “Laundry Soap, Toothpaste, and Razor Blades – The Final Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way”
Without Reserve – The Fourth Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way
Part four in a series of lessons God taught Brother Andrew. “You’re going to like this, Andy,” said Mr. Dinnen. “It’s an exercise in trust. The rules… Read more “Without Reserve – The Fourth Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way”
The Question of His Character – The Third Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way
Part three in a series of lessons God taught Brother Andrew. “The building itself was a tall, two -story house on the corner. A low stone wall… Read more “The Question of His Character – The Third Lesson in the Game of the Royal Way”