I See Your Tears

by Carole Chaput on March 3, 2013

Gratitude, thanks and praise to our Lord for the life of Prof Hendricks   I didn’t know Prof Hendricks and I didn’t get to take any classes from him. But I’d heard stories about him from Chip Ingram and other Christian leaders and DTS students who’d been dramatically impacted by his life and teachings. His [...]

Where The Spirit of The Lord Is…

by Carole Chaput on February 14, 2013

Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom and love. Where the spirit of man is there is control and fear.   Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is grace and compassion. Where the spirit of man is there is judgment and condemnation.   Where the Spirit of the Lord is [...]

Oh the Heart of God!

by Carole Chaput on February 6, 2013

We fall. He forgives. We rebel. He redeems. We sin. He sacrifices. We condemn. He covers. We escape. He expiates. We complain. He comforts. We whine. He woos. We prejudge. He propitiates. We repugn. He reconciles. We lord it over. He loves. We greed. He gives. We separate. He sustains. We grieve. He graces. We [...]

Because Laughter is Good Medicine

by Carole Chaput on January 13, 2013

What’s that saying Amy? Time to circle up the wagons? Well, it’s time to circle the wagons around and capture the funny moments that occurred at Passion 2013. Because laughter is good medicine. For the soul. Especially if you are battle weary or living through an intense or difficult season. Even in the midst of [...]

But the Sick

by Carole Chaput on January 12, 2013

While Jesus was having dinner at Levi’s house, many tax collectors and sinners were eating with Him and His disciples, for there were many who followed Him. When the teachers of the law who were Pharisees saw Him eating with the sinners and tax collectors, they asked His disciples: “Why does He eat with tax [...]

No Place for Them

December 24, 2012

“…Because there was no place for them in the inn.” Luke 2:7   Can you even imagine? After a long, arduous journey. Mary in labor for who knows how long of the journey and they finally make it to their destination only to be turned away from all decent lodging and sent to the stable [...]

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Inadequate

December 18, 2012

Words are simply inadequate on days like this. It’s a day when the Spirit is interceding with groans I cannot hear or comprehend. Thank God. Thank You Lord when I’m unable to find the words or the stamina to pray, Your Spirit within me is praying nonetheless. And thank You Jesus that You are sitting [...]

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In the Fire

November 8, 2012

  “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.” James 1:12 Early morning, staring at a solitary burning log in the fireplace. Cup of coffee by my side. Quiet house before the [...]

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This Week’s Embarrassing Moment…

October 6, 2012

I volunteered to help with Mr. Banks’ 7th grade science “spit lab” this week. Friday actually. As a Momma of boys I have a high tolerance for spit so I figured I was a good candidate to help out. Mr. Banks is every kid’s dream science teacher. He’s energetic, passionate about what he teaches, has [...]

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A Daughter Standing Up

September 12, 2012

It’s a holy ire kind of day today. In times like these I do what I do which is pour it all out on paper. Pounding on my keyboard as I type is therapeutic and the best outlet for me to express what is swirling around inside me. It gives me a chance to process [...]

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