Each Christmas I revisit Matthew’s account of the Magi who came to worship the infant Christ. Here's a repost of a devotional reflection and original song based on what we can learn from the Magi about worshipping Jesus. “Where is…
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How would you summarize the Christmas story in three minutes? Here's my answer.
Grief doesn’t discriminate; it comes to all of us sooner or later. Yet it is still possible to find hope in the midst of loss. We can grieve with hope.
Recently, Linda was interviewed by Sandee Macgregor for her podcast, Conversations and Connections. Sandee got to know Linda through taking courses in Heritage's Graduate Certificate for Women in Ministry program. Here's Sandee's description of her interview with Linda: In this…
On this Thanksgiving weekend in Canada, it's a perfect time to practice Psalm 103:2: "Bless the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits." One of the reasons I'm thankful this year is for friends far and near who…
This week, the day after Pete Rose died, the New York Times ran a article entitled, "Pete Rose's Story Shouldn't Have Ended This Way." It got me thinking of a sports metaphor Paul used when writing about finishing well in ministry.
Even if you don't follow baseball (or if you gave up on the Blue Jays this season), there is still something you can learn from baseball players. Especially if you are a preacher or teacher.
In Psalm 139, David reflects on the truth that God knows everythings about us. Every move we make. Every thought we think. Everything we do. Every word we say. David's initial response to this searching truth is to run and…
In a day when we need stellar leaders, there is much to learn from the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.
This month, I've been working through the book of Isaiah in my devotional reading. As I came to chapter 22, I was captivated by the contrast between two leaders: Shebna and Eliakim. Both men were entrusted with a significant leadership…
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