Author Archives: Dana

nicknames

Posted on October 4, 2006 by Dana

The last time I was at the doctor, I asked the nurses if they had ever seen a patient who could predict his blood counts before any blood was drawn. They smiled and said, “There has only been one.” I … Continue reading →

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flame

Posted on September 27, 2006 by Dana

“God, I pray Thee, light these idle sticks of my life and may I burn for Thee. Consume my life, my God, for it is Thine. I seek not a long life, but a full one, like you, Lord Jesus.” … Continue reading →

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prayer

Posted on September 19, 2006 by Dana

I’ve heard missionaries say, “Without your prayers, we could not make it.” Sometimes we hear such comments and think, “That was nice to say, but I know my part is really not very important.” But what if our part is … Continue reading →

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holding on

Posted on September 15, 2006 by Dana

When a brother in Christ recently introduced a new song in worship, it didn’t surprise me that Matt Redman wrote it. God has used this worship leader from England to bless the Body of Christ all over the world. Yesterday, … Continue reading →

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grace and mercy

Posted on September 7, 2006 by Dana

I have a good friend in jail right now. He needs grace and mercy. He would tell you he does not deserve grace or mercy, but this is what he needs. I needed to write two “thank you” notes this … Continue reading →

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