Psalm 46: A Coronavirus Devotional

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its…

Turning to the Psalms in the Crisis of COVID-19

Throughout church history, the Psalms have served an important place in the worship of God’s people. Luther held them in such regard that he called them a “little Bible.” Today, these poems of ancient Israel can feel just…

What Would Jesus Say To Greta Thunberg?

Ever since Greta Thunberg made U.S. headlines in September speaking to the U.N. Climate Action Summit, I have wondered, What would Jesus say to Greta? Greta is a 16-year-old Swedish girl who started acting on her climate change convictions…

Psalm 42: A Psalm for Sad Seasons

After graduating college, I served with the church overseas for about two years. Soon after arriving, I began experiencing piercing back pain and learned surgery was imminent. Being confident God had led me to this work, I convinced…