Holy Spirit & The “Normal” Christian

Holy Spirit & The “Normal” Christian

About 10 years ago my wife and I were a part of a church plant in the Portland area. We were invited to a training put on by the church for any community group leaders, or leadership hopefuls. The name of the training was “Counseling in Community”.  My wife and I...
Hearing God through His Scalpel

Hearing God through His Scalpel

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is...
Hearing From The Spirit

Hearing From The Spirit

Last Christmas, God opened the door for me to share the story of His work in my life with a dear friend. At one point in the conversation, he looked at me searchingly and asked, “What do you mean God spoke to you?” I understand why he asked that question. The truth...