Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will …
Continue reading My grandson’s fractured leg… and the children of Ukraine
- DC from Arlington I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.1 Timothy 2:1-2 If you have been reading the past few days then you already know about our weekend …
Continue reading A Few Amazing Photographs and a Little American Pride
May there be peace with the brothers and sisters as well as love with the faith that comes from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. May grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ forever.Ephesians 6:23-24 - this Sunday in Durham This week Rebekah and I almost didn't make it …
- The Trail of Tears I will lift up my eyes to the hills—From whence comes my help?2 My help comes from the Lord,Who made heaven and earth. - Psalm 121:1-2 - in Bryson City This time last week I found myself genuinely surprised at my emotional response when Rebekah and I attended the Unto These Hills historical drama at …
Continue reading Adding my tears at Cherokee: “Unto These Hills”
It's obvious I enjoy photography. I especially love how - once in a while - a single image captured in a fraction of a second can tell a complete story. Typically, though, life is too rich and nuanced to be told in one frame. That's where words help. Then there are video segments, sound bites, …
Continue reading A story that can’t be held in one frame #Nativity
we were created for community
Maybe the real reason we have trouble believing is because Jesus is always so completely true?
The short answer on authority in the church is that we are responsible to our conscience
it is because we were imagined, designed and created by God that all persons have been endowed with these essential rights.
it is past time to re-purpose Reading Between the Lines to tie this blog together.
Derek Maul: Words and Photographs for the Journey 