Wiki articles exist for every topic imaginable. There is even a wiki article on “How to Attend to a Stab Wound.” For those of you reading a translated version of this devotional, the article is not speaking about booking a ticket to see someone being stabbed. The wiki explains how one ought to care for … Read more
It is utterly AMAZING to me the number of groups and people who are “supposed” to be on the same team, or at least in the same league, and are so adamantly opposed to working together. It is mind boggling. I get it – no one is going to agree on EVERYTHING. I spent a … Read more
(Prayer is a Persistent, Passionate Effort) Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. (Ephesians 6:18 NLT) By Fr. Chris Lee OFR Before anyone can begin a vital prayer life with God, we must first begin a vital relationship with … Read more
(Plugging in to the source of spiritual nourishment) “I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5, NLT) By Fr. Chris Lee OFR I must admit that gardening is not my strong suit. … Read more
Today I’m going to write a love letter. Actually, two. “Love at first sight” has struck me TWICE in my life. The first time was when I was teaching a bible study. As it happened, that was the week I was beginning a study of the Book of James. You may wonder how I might … Read more
I am sitting in a safe and comfortable hotel in Turkey. I have everything I need at my fingertips. A coffee machine. My bible. (OK, perhaps I should have reversed those.) A comfortable bed — with PILLOWS !!! (I love pillows.) A small refrigerator to chill the water bottles they deliver everyday. Every morning I … Read more
That’s NOT a statement that one hears often! To be clear, I’m using that phrase as an attention getter and a key illustration. I most certainly do not have more than one wife. I have ONLY one wife. More to the point, the wife I have is utterly amazing, loves me with all her heart, … Read more
(Concerns About Changing Jobs)“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” (Colossians 3:23 NLT) By Fr. Chris Lee OFR In today’s market, many people are expected to change jobs several times. It’s even common for one to change careers entirely. Each change comes with tension, … Read more
(The power of a soft touch) Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. (Colossians 3:12, NLT) By Fr. Chris Lee OFR Many people confuse being gentle as being weak. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, it … Read more
(The Wonder of Grace) How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them. (Psalm 111:2 NLT) By Fr. Chris Lee OFR Imagine logging in to your bank account to check the balance and discovering that a million dollars has ben deposited into your account!! You call the bank … Read more