Growth Is Messy

“Grow in grace and understanding of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 3:18 MSG) I tried to spend my evening walk last night listening. Occasionally, my eyes drifted downward, to stay aware of uneven sidewalks and scattered path hazards. On one such glance,…

The Trouble with Sin

“For a branch cannot produce suit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in Me.” (John 15:4 NLT) Jesus brings up some uncomfortable truths. Sin cuts us off from Christ and we will remain fruitless until we…