Each of us are given gifts from God. When we discover these gems, we are able to use the gifts as a conduit of God’s blessing to this world.  Have Read more

Meanwhile, the Midianites sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, one of Pharaoh’s officials, the captain of the guard. (Gen. 37:36) For a moment, imagine being 17 years old, betrayed by Read more

At times, we can fight over the silliest of things.  Often the root cause of the argument isn’t the thing itself, it is the underlying current of the thing.  The Read more

There must be a universal belief in the world of siblings…parents have a favorite child.  While most parents would declare that false, every so often you find one who admits Read more

A wise sage was once asked how she defines a family.  Through a slight smile, she sighed aloud and said, “Love.  Love that functions as the binding which keeps all Read more

I love a fairy tale ending.  When a great narrative wraps up with goodness and joy.  Where love wins.  Israel becomes that story.  After reconciliation with his brother, he continues Read more

Jacob is a blessed man. His family grows with children, his wealth dramatically increases, and he is assured that God will bless him and his family with countless offspring.  Overall, Read more

A moment can change the course of our future.  A graduation; an accident.  A job offer or a holy encounter with God.  Read Genesis 28:10-22.  Bethel, meaning House of God Read more

There is a great idiom that states… “You can’t understand someone until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes.” For a moment, let’s talk about Esau.  He is the firstborn Read more

A phrase of Jesus’ - which has always been good wisdom - is supremely hard to live: Stop looking at the speck in your neighbors’ eye when you have a Read more