(1 Peter 1:1-12)  After getting her hair done and browsing every aisle in the grocery store, Mom opts to sit out this last errand in the car.  I don’t mind. I know how she likes her sub.  Extra lettuce, extra onion. The sub shop is empty. Except for the sandwich maker behind the counter wearing…

(Ephesians 1:16-19 MESSAGE) What does your prayer list look like? Usually my prayers are embedded in my journaling, but lately I’ve got an actual list going in the back of my journal. Prayers for others . . and for me. Small asks, big asks, and one out-of-the-box ask. My small group is reading Paul’s letter…

(Matthew 1:18-25 NLT) Christmas has come and gone. But for me, something about Joseph hasn’t. He’s almost a bit player in the Christmas story; kind of an add-on. Except he’s not. The gospels record a whole lot about Mary’s thoughts and feelings. And one angelic visit. But Joseph? Not so much about his thoughts or…