The Great Instead – A Poem for Good Friday by Tosha Lamdin Williams Good Friday cries “The King is lost!” Instead of Throne, There stands the cross. Instead of robes, His body torn. Instead of crown, He wears the thorn. Instead of loyal— His friends all run. The reign of darkness Has begun. Instead of praise, The King is mocked. Instead of honor, His body flogged. Instead of water, Vile drink is dealt. (Then from His side, The water spilt.)... Read more
My husband and I have five young adult children. Our “only begotten son” is a husband, father, worship leader, and entrepreneur. He is overflowing with purpose, calling and spiritual gifts. We adore our son and are so proud of his leadership. However, we also have four daughters, all of whom have been called and spiritually gifted by God. Our daughters are each unique and amazing in their own ways, and each has so much purpose in the Kingdom of God. ... Read more
The word prodigal rolls off our tongues as easily as if Jesus Himself put it there. The word feels biblical. Familiar. Almost sacred. I’m a parent of five young adult kids, and I don’t know many families at this stage of life who don’t have someone they lovingly call their prodigal. My heart breaks with families whose kids have walked away from God, and I have my own beloved wanderers. In this long, painful journey, I not only pray for... Read more
Flashpoints seem to surface almost daily in our culture. Recently, the president of the United States shared a meme that many found demeaning and refused to retract it. Survivors connected to a high-profile sexual abuse case expressed renewed anguish after investigative files were released containing identifying information. Reports continue to raise concerns about how some children have been treated in the complexities of immigration enforcement. Tensions feel high across the country. And too often, people in positions of power—both in... Read more
From the first page of Scripture to the last, one thing is unmistakably clear: God is not passive. He is neither distant nor silent. And when the going gets tough, He does not quit. The story of the Bible is not the story of humanity reaching for God. It is the story of God relentlessly reaching for humanity. Seeking and speaking, again and again. Before we ever turn to Him, look for Him, cry out to Him, or make a... Read more
I recently found unexpected encouragement for my prayer life in a “punchy parable” from Scripture. My thought processes started with an unusual word: harangue. In modern usage, harangue mostly carries a negative vibe, but at its core, a harangue could simply be the passionate words of someone is standing up for something they believe in. Thing is, that kind of persistence isn’t always bad. In fact, when it comes to prayer, Jesus actually invites it. The more I thought about... Read more
I’ve thought a lot about brokenness this year. Calling myself “broken” is something someone close to me has taken great exception to in our conversations. “I’m not broken,” she’s said more than once. “I’m whole just the way I am.” Her pushback gives me pause, causing me to reconsider the language I use. Still, even after deep reflection, I respond with a quiet resolve: “Well, I am broken.” Truth is, my life is far from the ideal I hoped for,... Read more
There are some people in history whose lives make us stop in our tracks. Their stories challenge our comfort, stretch our faith, and inspire us to live bolder for Jesus. One such person is Mary Slessor, a woman whose fierce devotion to Christ led her deep into the heart of West Africa. There she lived out her mission for Jesus, transforming lives, confronting injustice, and fearlessly carrying the gospel into places no one else dared to go. Personally, in all... Read more
For basketball enthusiasts, March is a month known for madness—college basketball tournaments, thrilling games and unlikely upsets. However, for those of us seeking to live boldly for Christ, the madness of March takes on another whole level of meaning. This month, with the Family Disciple Me ministry, we continue celebrating the lives of those who lived radical, foolish-looking lives for Jesus. And few lived a more persistent, passionate, and prayer-fueled life than Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine—one of... Read more
Some people live such bold, audacious lives that their stories still echo through history, calling us to something greater. Harriet Tubman was one of those people. Born into slavery, she became one of the most daring conductors of the Underground Railroad, leading countless people to freedom. But her life was about more than just escape—it was about purpose, conviction, and an unshakable trust in God. Harriet Tubman Day is a national holiday honored in March, and her legacy perfectly embodies... Read more
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