“The place on which you are standing is holy ground.” — Exodus 3:5He is up before the sun again, same as every morning for longer than he cares to...

“But who do you say that I am?” — Matthew 16:15The clippers buzz for a second, then go quiet while somebody makes a point that needs both hands to...

“You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.” — Genesis 50:20Somewhere in a phone, there is a number still saved but hasn’t been dialed...

“Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, "tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” he said. — Matthew 14:28–29 (NIV)Somewhere this week, someone is...

Why Jacob and Toy Story Tell the Same Story“I will not let you go unless you bless me.” — Genesis 32:26I did not sleep much that night.Not because...

Summer School Final — Come to the Table “Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. She has prepared her meat and mixed her...

“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” — Proverbs 11:2Janine Teagues walks into Willard R. Abbott Elementary...

“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” (Proverbs 18:21)Some people think the most dangerous weapon...

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” (Proverbs 16:9)Jacob Hill likes to say he teaches history but...

“Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. For I...

“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.”  (Proverbs 31:25)Barbara Howard walks into the classroom every morning like she owns...

“Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that...

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not bediscouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”— Joshua 1:9 (NIV)Just...

“Jesus said to them, ‘Come and have breakfast.’ None of the disciples dared ask him, ‘Who are you?’ They knew it was the Lord.”— John 21:12 (NIV)In 1952, a young queen...