Memory Verse Monday

Before launching into his sermon yesterday, my pastor looked directly into the camera lens to speak to the people who watched online. He acknowledged those of us physically present with him, and asked us to grant him a moment to address those who were not in the building—specifically those who could have been seated there…

Memory Verse Monday

I sat behind a prayer warrior Sunday during one of my church’s worship gatherings. When she and her husband asked if the seats were taken, I said I’d been saving them for spirit-filled people who would magnify God’s presence during worship. They laughed. I was only half joking. I had not saved the seats, but…

Memory Verse Monday

A subtle tweak to a true statement can render it false. A slight variation from a rock solid expression can shake its sure foundation. A commonly repeated phrase with a tweak or variation from truth can advance a lie. Lately, I keep hearing one such subtly deceiving phrase. It’s becoming quite common, and I’ve heard…