In Ephesians 4:1, Paul refers to himself as a prisoner of the Lord. In my life, I have sought to become a prisoner of the Lord myself so that I see every situation, whether good or bad, as a place where God has called me to minister. This blog is the product of some of my devotional thoughts and reflections as I seek to fulfill this calling on my life.
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250 Years of Independence
Those who are close to me are well aware that one of my favorite days each year is the 4th of July. Today is no exception, especially as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our founding fathers signing the Declaration of Independence. Whether it was the parades or the fireworks that first…
Good Enough
Why do I never quite feel good enough? Even when I think I am doing everything I can, I still come up short… Is there something wrong with me, or have I been deceived into thinking I could ever hope to achieve more than I really am? Questions and thoughts like these…
Being Positive
I used to be well known as the kid that could always find the pony in the horse poop. Yet, as happens to most who grow up, I learned what it means to experience bitterness and exhaustion. This is not to say that I never tried to justify why I should have been…
Some Thoughts about Christians in Leadership
I know some pretty great people in leadership positions. I think this is the case for most people. Who comes to mind when you think of an impactful leader in your life? Have you thought of a person? Good. Now, think about what made this person so impactful. Maybe it was a school teacher that…
Reflecting on Being a Disciple of Christ
As I look at all that lay before me in this life, I see a great need to remember my purpose as a follower of Jesus. As a citizen of the United States, I am privileged by a life that has not been marked by any notable persecutions. However, in this realization I…
Pocket Theology / Reflections of the Lord's Prisoner 