TANGLED UP

In 1808 Sir Walter Scott penned a line that would become more popular than he likely realized at the time: “Oh, what a tangled web we weave” he wrote into an act called “Marmion”, “when first we practice to deceive”. LESSONS FROM HISTORY More of a keen observation than a fictional quip, the fact that … Read more

A Beautiful Life

Doing God’s will is never easy for anyone, not even Jesus. He too was once faced with a decision to either fulfill God’s desires or to satisfy His own. And it was a choice that nearly killed Him on the spot (Mt.26:38). Well before the whips ever touched His back or the thorns even pierced … Read more

Climbing the Ladder to Nowhere

The following is a fiction story to illustrate the futility of a life lived in the pursuit of what our culture says will satisfy. The journey started pleasant enough. It was a beautiful cool day. The sun was shining, birds were chirping and there was a light breeze. It really was a perfect day to … Read more

IT’S ALL IN YOUR IMAGINATION

Imagine being stabbed in the arm with a penknife. Not so much as to kill you, but enough to make you bleed. It was unexpected, unprovoked, and whether it was intentional or not, you aren’t certain, but one thing is clear: It hurts. Really bad. Imagine then going to the doctor. You tell him everything: … Read more

Duluth Update

Only two months into 2023 and we already have lots to be thankful for! We’ve made plenty of memories, continue to learn and grow together and have had lots of opportunities to reach out to the people around us.  Here’s what we’ve been up to. Enjoying church family lifeWe rang in the new year with … Read more