I have a casual friend. Let’s call her Wendy. She’s such a casual friend that I don’t even know her last name. But Wendy and I just had a very un-casual conversation. About the Bible. “You know,” she says, “some people don’t believe much of it is true. I didn’t used to . . .”…

(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…