Author Archives: radamdavidson

Why does the healed man carry his own mat out of the house?A) So people recognize himB) They needed the spaceC) His mat is now a trophyI suggest it’s all three. Your thoughts?

I don’t want people to know what’s wrong & that I can’t handle it myself — that’s humiliating.Sometimes we’re carrying the mat.Sometimes we’re the one on the mat.We need each other. Who’s carrying your mat? Who’s praying for you, interceding … Continue reading →

If we knew what everyone was thinking all the time, we’d probably be overwhelmed by how good yet shady people can be. The gospel even addresses how we think, because how we think leads to how we live. Consider Jesus, … Continue reading →

Jesus prioritizes spiritual health (eternal) over physical health (temporary). If you had the power to heal a paralyzed man, what’s the first thing you’d do?Jesus does the most important thing.What do you think He wants to do in us today?

(From Brittany): I just wanted to give an update on trial today. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned. Because this is the first time all lawyers involved have handled a case like this, there are some procedural things we have … Continue reading →

I’m encouraged and challenged by this short passage. People were drawn to Jesus as he “preached the word to them.” Overflow seating, standing room only — why were they drawn to him? He has what He offers us: the Word, … Continue reading →

The morning Shawn died, Brittany and Carter had an unexpected conversation demanded by crisis and driven by the unknowns. Carter’s mom — Shawn’s first wife — had descended into drug addiction and had excluded herself from the “fit to parent” … Continue reading →

We’re comfortable enough that our prayer life ends up being centered around things that are important but not vital. Encouragement? I’ll take it. Salvation from sin? I *require* it. What are we seeking from the one who came for sick … Continue reading →

I saw a story about a house in one of those golf course neighborhoods and it made me think of the word “paradise”. It was a good reminder that nothing in this world will ever be perfect until it’s perfected … Continue reading →

What do we do when we’ve started the day right but encounter trouble? Where did we go wrong? Where did God go? A strong start and a shaky afternoon can throw us off. YET… God is still faithful. This is … Continue reading →