Author Archives: LauraMac
Divine Interruptions
In Acts 3:1-10, Peter and John were headed to the temple when God provided a holy interruption. This interruption in their path, a lame beggar, wasn’t just seen–he was also heard. Like those irritating phone calls and letters that annoy … Continue reading
Prayer Pedaling
If you’ve prayed about something –or someone—for years and seem to see no results, you might understand why I compare prayer to riding a stationary bicycle. We’re pedaling hard, but we seem to be getting nowhere. In Luke 18, Jesus … Continue reading
North to Alaska!
If Mapquest is correct, there are 3921 miles between Siloam Springs, Arkansas and Kenai, Alaska. Other than both being “A” states, I can think of little that the two places have in common. However, much of going on mission there … Continue reading
Something to Smile About
A happy heart makes the face cheerful… (Proverbs 15:13) On this Easter Monday, join me in smiling because HE LIVES! Regardless of the challenges and hard things this day holds, my face can smile because my heart is happy with … Continue reading
Come thirsty!
“Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters…” Isaiah 55:1a When we’re really thirsty, nothing quenches, satisfies, and refreshes like water. After an afternoon of yard work, an hour on the treadmill, or a hike in the woods, … Continue reading
The Greatest Love
Have you ever dropped a pebble into the water and watched the ripples going out in concentric circles? It occurs to me that there are concentric circles flowing out from each of our lives in a similar fashion. Looking at … Continue reading
On the Field Plays Off the Field #4 – It’s Also How You Play the Game
It IS whether you win or lose, but it’s also how you play the game. In the game of football, the offense scores points, of course, by moving the ball down the field and crossing into the end zone. But … Continue reading
On the Field Plays Off the Field — #3: It IS Whether You Win or Lose
– It’s not – It IS Whether You Win or Lose It’s very noble to say “It’s not whether you win or lose…,” but the reality is that few people feel that way down deep inside. It’s just something we … Continue reading
On the Field Plays Off the Field — #2: Guard Your Heart
Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. Proverbs 4:23 Many would call the quarterback the heart of the team. He is the key man when it comes to doing what counts – scoring points. … Continue reading
On the Field Plays Off the Field
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