In his parable of the Sower, Jesus talks about the value of being fruitful, and having good soil in our heart. But how do we keep it good?
Thorns: Changing Your Soil Part 3
Seeds among the thorns is a thorny problem. Getting rid of the weeds in our own hearts isn’t easy. But please be encouraged by my story.
Rocks: Changing Your Soil Part 2
Rocky soil in a believer’s heart doesn’t just happen. Bad teaching distorts who God is and blocks a Christian’s ability to grow deep roots.
The Path: Changing Your Soil Part 1
In Matthew 13, Jesus explained the parable of the sower. Can the spiritual soil of our hearts be changed? Yes, and I’m living proof.
The Worst Commandment
It’s the worst commandment Jesus ever gave us and the toughest to obey, but the fruit it produces in our lives is rich and lasting.
Pit Dweller Part 10: A New Beginning
After my brother died, we needed to empty and sell the house in Michigan from four states away. Chris’ death also gave me a new purpose.
Pit Dweller Part 9: Shafts of Light
During the worst time of my life, God sent shafts of light down into my darkened pit. Here are 11 more ways God showed me His love back then.
Pit Dweller Part 8: Crossing into Eternity
After five days in the ICU Burn Center, I allowed the staff disconnect the machines and let my brother die. The aftermath was surprising.
Pit Dweller Part 7: Running out of Time
Time was running out. As Chris’ sister, I had some critical medical decisions to make. I badly needed the Holy Spirit’s help—and He came.
Pit Dweller Part 6: Unexpected Relief
Summary of the Pit Dweller Series All of us have walked in dark places at one time or another. When a life-altering tragedy occurs, it’s like a sinkhole suddenly collapses the sunny sidewalk beneath us. Dropped into a black pit…
