Wintering Winter

The Tree in Winter The winter, barren branch, firmly rooted, standing stark against a scarlet-stained sky has long been one of my favorite metaphors for life. I have spent close to 50 winters contemplating its beauty and message. In every testing period of my life, its sermon of hope becomes my winter song of making…

Devastation in Joplin

Continuing our six-week road trip, we have spent the last week in Kansas City, MO, with friends and enjoying time in the prayer room at IHOP. If you have never been there, you are in for a real treat.