Author Archives: Dana

Counselor

Just outside the gates of Jerusalem, my friend, Harm, told me to park the rental van while he ran into the old city to get my family. If you think Atlanta traffic is bad, you ought to drive in Jerusalem! … Continue reading

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surrender

What prohibited the rich young ruler from obeying Jesus? He was man with high morals who recognized something special about the Teacher from Nazareth. “Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?” The young … Continue reading

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obedience

Jesus made the relationship between love for Him and obedience very clear. “If you love Me, you will do what I say.” We sometimes would rather there be other criteria. On the great day, many will try to defend themselves. … Continue reading

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old friends

He was the preacher’s kid; I was the principal’s son. He got me in a lot of trouble growing up; he’d say it was the other way around. He was better at English and Speech; I was better at Math. … Continue reading

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circumcision

“Lord, you want me and my men to do what?” God explained His desire for His people to be set apart. “Are you sure this is the best way? People won’t even be able to tell what we’ve done!” God … Continue reading

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