Matthew 5:43-45

In the midst of war, I find myself wrestling not with politics, but with Scripture. I know what agape love means in theory—but how does one live it in a world shaped by fear, violence, and survival? This is a prayerful reflection on loving enemies when love feels costly and unclear.…

The brown pelican and I have had a chequered relationship. I’m not really a fan of these large water birds, and I was surprised to learn that they are common in my newly adopted state of North Carolina. What’s to dislike about pelicans? For most people, probably nothing. They are impressive predat…

In the midst of war, I find myself wrestling not with politics, but with Scripture. I know what agape love means in theory—but how does one live it in a world shaped by fear, violence, and survival? This is a prayerful reflection on loving enemies when love feels costly and unclear.…

This kind of intercessory prayer is exclusive; just GOD ‘n You.We have a responsibility to pray for those who persecute us, and it comes with great reward.Praying for your EX-emy places their issues and your pain at the foot of the Cross. They do not know who you are.People will see you as a bible-carrying, gospel singing sister or brother and still not recognize who and whose you are.You and I have been graced to pray better so we in turn be also be better. Next week: Understanding Tongues and Prayer Language Almost every church kid I know has a wild story about how as a child they witnessed someone in the pulpit or the pews speaking in some obscure, unidentifiable language.…

I don’t want to wish ill on anyone. I don’t even like the idea of having enemies. Teachings like “love your enemies,” and “bless those who persecute you” ring in my head. You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray……

You are to love your enemies. That’s why Christ came. We were enemies of God, and he came while we were still sinners and died for us. So he said, you do the same.…

I don't want to wish ill on anyone. I don't even like the idea of having enemies. Teachings like "love your enemies," and "bless those who persecute you" ring in my head. You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute ...…

"O Lord," I prayed, "have mercy on me. Heal me, for I have sinned against you." Psalm 41:4 King David prayed a prayer that focused on God's mercy and protect…

When the shutdowns began in March I immediately began receiving emails and messages containing countless conspiracy theories. Because I was bored and had little else to do, I went through most of t……

"O Lord," I prayed, "have mercy on me. Heal me, for I have sinned against you." Psalm 41:4 King David prayed a prayer that focused on God's mercy and protect…