"His mercies (tender compassions) never fail - they are new (infinite; inexhaustible) every morning..." Let this promise from God sink into your weary soul. Drink it in. But know this important principle: as my family learned from a dear friend after my son walked into Paradise, we have to "pick up/claim" those mercies every morning. … Continue reading His Mercies Are New Every Morning – however…
Day: 02/11/2020
Learning to Pray
Even Jesus' own disciples asked, "Lord, teach us to pray." For years in working with students I would find myself listening to a teen yearn to learn to pray. We would pray together but I would also encourage them to read the prayers recorded for us by others over the centuries. I would encourage them … Continue reading Learning to Pray
What to Say to a Person Considering Suicide
Here's the scenario... You have good reason to believe (or, at least, strongly suspect) a friend or loved one is considering taking their own life. First of all, should you say anything? YES. Always err on the side of caution. If you're wrong, you've lost nothing. But, if you're right - you've just might have … Continue reading What to Say to a Person Considering Suicide