by John Parker | Jul 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Regarding Dreams: Joseph, son of Jacob says: “Don’t interpretations come from God? Tell me the dream(s).” (Genesis 40:8) I had two dreams early Sunday Morning (today). The Dreams: Scene 1. Wolves: I’m in the mountains taking a little-used path to our ministry...
by John Parker | Jul 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
A getaway is the way; at least today, Saturday, August 3, 2019 Ever wonder why Cheers the TV show was such a big hit? Ever wonder why Jesus got kicked-out of religion and hung around with one, three, or 12 others most of the time? Possibly, he liked hanging out more...
by John Parker | Jul 21, 2019 | Communication, Discernment, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Wisdom
Yes. Feelings matter! Please feel. We hear rational warnings about trusting feelings. I agree, but let’s not discount the symphony of our emotions. They are talking (singing? playing the musical score?) and helping us discern and think better. Please feel. And, Yes....
by John Parker | Jul 18, 2019 | Communication, Discernment, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Prayer, Wisdom
While Jesus slept… (photo credit) Our Lord Jesus slept while our fellow-disciples cried, “We perish!” Then, Jesus stilled that storm with a word. So, when Jesus declares, “I will build my church,” (with people like Simon Peter and us) (Matthew 16:18) and, when...
by John Parker | Jul 7, 2019 | Communication, Discernment, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Wisdom
Discerning Up 1. Discernment grows through practice. Hebrews 5:14. “But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil.” (Hebrews 5:14, ESV) So let’s step forward, try stuff, and...
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