Recently I read a marvelous statement by twentieth-century theologian and pastor Oswald Chambers: “It is not true to say that God wants to teach us something in our trials. Through every cloud He brings our way, He wants us to unlearn something” (emphasis mine). What an interesting perspective on facing hardships, bereavement, and uncertainty in … More Un-Learning the Things of the World
Heya friends! A Friday post again.. sorry for the lateness. Brief life update.. I am settling in nicely to Johnstown, PA. God is extraordinarily capable. As those of you who have made a major move can certainly attest, picking up your very stable life and moving it across the country is emotionally and financially taxing. At … More Dynamic Vocals: Leading Worship, 017
Happy day, friends! Let me share with you a passage that has been SO life-giving to me recently.. “In His love and mercy He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them” (Isaiah 63:9). With the verse in its context, the prophet Isaiah is asking the Lord to bring about the redemption He promised … More Lifted Up by God’s Goodness
Happy Thursday, awesome people. This past week has been tumultuous for me, and sorry again for publishing a post a day off last week. I officially made the move from Seattle.. four time zones in three days.. more fast food than I’ve probably ever eaten since college.. lots of laughs and deep talks with my … More Dwelling in God’s Presence
Hey, all! Sorry this post is a day late. Thursday was an enormously full day – my first full day in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. I can’t wait to fill you all in soon. Until then… I asked my friend Chris Davis to share some thoughts. Chris is an awesome man of God whom I truly respect… … More What’s Love Got to Do With It: Chris Davis
Joshua Watts 