I have been quiet for a few weeks. Contemplative. No email, no social media, (though as soon as I hit the "publish" button it will appear that I'm there, but I'm not), no leading, and no preaching. I have been listening to God in unique ways. I trekked Asia Minor and studied the expansion of … Continue reading Daily Martyrdom is the Call of Jesus
For a moment, brain cancer became enviable…
I experienced a moment of clarity and hope this afternoon in a place most people would consider wrought with despair. M.D. Anderson is a place where people chase hope while sailing on a sea of physical brokenness. It’s a place that feels heavy despite the amazing staff and facility. It is “heavy” there because in … Continue reading For a moment, brain cancer became enviable…
We Have Looked Through the Pinhole
John Piper, in his book Spectacular Sins writes, “Sometimes if you put your eye close enough, the smallest pinhole can reveal a new world.” He is correct in his assertion. Recently we looked through the pinhole. Generally, western Christians know not suffering, but we will, at least according to the Bible we herald as the … Continue reading We Have Looked Through the Pinhole
Brian Haynes 