In Ephesians 1:17-19, Paul prays that the recipients of his letter might know the hope that comes in response to God's calling. As we realize that God has called us to share in...
She loves to be tickled. When most kids would squirm and ask you to stop, my one-and-a-half-year-old daughter giggles, “Tickle, Daddy!” as if she wants more. I love those moments with my children....
A colleague was telling me about an epic deal he was working on, involving dozens of high-powered lawyers and bankers.
Today, we are in the first week of Advent, the Christian season of the year that helps us prepare for celebrating the...
In recent reflections, we have been focusing on Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1:15-23. After giving thanks for the recipients of his letter, he prays that they would grow in their knowledge of God and...
In last week's reflections, we focused on how we can know God better, taking our lead from Ephesians 1:17. Today, I want...
I told him we shouldn't go. What could I possibly need from a bookstore when my home is already in danger of being featured on an episode of Hoarders: Book Barrage? But it...
Today is the last day of the year. Yes, yes, I know it's the first day of December, and the calendar doesn't change for another month. But, today is the last day of...
As we read Paul's letter known as Ephesians today, we rightly read it as if it is God's word to us personally...
The following is an excerpt from a Leadership Forum sponsored by Laity Renewal (the parent organization of The High Calling) where business executives gathered to discuss how they serve God at work...
“At this festive season of the year, Mr Scrooge… Many thousands are in want of common necessaries; hundreds of thousands are in...
Recently, we spoke with Doug Barr, CEO, Goodwill of Southern California, about how we've bought into the false idea that our work...
“Dena, can you come here a sec?” my supervisor asked. ...
Ephesians 1:17 offers a straightforward answer to the question: How can you know God better? The answer: through wisdom and revelation inspired...
Do you want to know God better? Before you answer with a quick affirmation, take a moment to think. Do you really...
Our two boys were born while we lived in Clemson, South Carolina. Though we moved to Virginia four years ago, my nine-year-old Seth has remained loyal to the Clemson Tigers. He wears his jerseys...
Should Christians pray to receive the Holy Spirit as if we do not already have the Spirit? Are there times when we...
Another encouraging message from Howard Butt, Jr. on knowledge, gratitude, and humility.
Recently, we have focused on Paul's expressions of thanksgiving in Ephesians 1:16. I encouraged you to think of the days prior to Thanksgiving Day as a season for gratitude. Our reflections from...
Henry solved the world’s problems every day before lunch. Later he’d tackle the hard stuff. And he was sharp. Just ask him. No, wait: don’t ask him. Either way, he’d tell you. .....
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