His Banner Over You is Love
During the opening ceremony of the Olympics, the participating nations parade behind their country’s flag. Flags is a symbol of identification. The colors and patterns strive to contain a nation,…
Category: 2022
Greater Works – John 14:8-14
This past Sunday, I was honored to give the morning message at the Vineyard Church Peoria. That is our home church, and we are blessed that they financially support our…
Don’t be Troubled – John 13:36 – 14:6
Have you ever watched an old movie or listened to an old song from your youth and saw something new? But now, watching or listening with older ears, you understand…
A New Command John 13:31-35
One thing we learn from cars is that new is almost always better. A few years ago, a car show reviewed a couple of famous supercars from the 1980s. Those…
Judas – John 13:21-30
Somewhere around 1495, Leonardo DaVinci began painting a wall for a Dominican monastery in Milan, Italy. The result of his multi-year labor is the most recognizable piece of art ever…
War!
The battle raging in Ukraine has captured the attention of the world. The long European peace is shattered. The risks of this wildfire becoming World War III are very real.…
What the Father Blesses – John 13:12-20
After Jesus washed the disciples’ feet, He again took His place at the table and asked a question. Now, I love questions. As a teacher myself, both in the church…
Listen, Walk, Pray
Psalm 86 is a prayer of David. It’s a beautiful and heartfelt prayer of praise and of need. Around the midpoint, David gets introspective and prays, “Teach me Your way,…
How to Begin – John 13:1-11
Today’s encouragement is meant for all but is especially directed at those who feel a call to minister, evangelize, teach, pastor, or lead. Lambchow receives prayer requests and emails from…
What the Father Says – John 12:44-50
It’s difficult to express emotions through writing. That’s one reason why the symbolic icons of emojis are so popular. I wonder how our understanding of the Bible would change if…
Get it? John 12:37-43
Ever “get” something. I mean the kind of “get” when we suddenly understand a concept or have a clearer insight into a problem—that “aha” moment often pictured as a lightbulb…
Slaying the Monster of Fear
“I’ve come to slay your monster,” announces Beowulf to the harassed kingdom of Hrothgar in the old epic poem. Well, hopefully, I’ve also come to slay your monster. As I…