(The boy's father said), "But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.”“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”Mark 9:22-24 - NC writer Derek Maul Sometimes I like to find a photograph - typically one that …
Continue reading I believe God walks with us through the valley, rather than organizing a detour
“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”Mark 9:23-24 I hadn't planned to write about this; but - as it is literally impossible to think about anything else - I guess I have no choice. This blog is, after all, supposed …
So let's be open to the possibilities. With faith, Jesus pointed out, ALL THINGS are possible. Even digging out of this cynicism. Even living a life defined by light, and love, and grace, and promise.
Because by now more people should be tired of paddling around in shallow waters, peering in at Jesus from the edges of the crowd. Now is the time to become a disciple.
"Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever …
Continue reading “Anything is possible if a person believes!”
a huge number of Americans seem to be hooked by this cynical ploy, and then reeled in without so much as a question.
And that - friends and readers - worries me much more than the rhetoric that has been designed so cleverly, and deployed so cynically to capitalize on such fear.
Derek Maul: Words, Photographs, and Food for the Journey 