Author Archives: Michael

When the apostle Paul compared our lives to clay pots, he focused not on the earthen vessels, but rather the contents of those vessels. Jars of clay deteriorate over time, become chipped, cracked, and eventually broken. However, the real value … Continue reading →

In Genesis 15, Abram, a childless old man, heard the Lord say, “Do not be afraid, Abram.  I am your shield, your very great reward.” Abram had just defeated an army led by five kings, and could expect a retaliatory strike. … Continue reading →

A tuning fork is able to create the perfect pitch of a musical note, helping musicians get their instruments performance-ready. In the same way, all the strings of our lives are being tuned by God. Through all of life’s in’s … Continue reading →

The revivalist D.L. Moody was on vacation in England from his ministry in Chicago. At one point during his sabbatical there, a local pastor prevailed upon Moody to speak at his parish church. So D.L. went to preach the next Sunday … Continue reading →