Author: Tom in Chicago

  • Validation from God!!

    Has God ever called you to do something, either through word or prayer, but you’re hesitant to trust God.  This…

  • Providence of God, part 2: The Pruning Season!

    In 2002, I wrote a business plan to start a technology company in the fastest growing market in America.  It…

  • Idols of the Heart, part One

    Growing up in America, I think most people tend to think a lot about the future.  As kids growing into…

  • Time of Quiet with my Shepherd!

    It was the end of a long battle.  The will to fight was gasping for air, but those who care…

  • The Providence of God, part One!

    The doctrine of providence is central to the Christian faith.  A theological definition is God’s outworking of His purpose in…

  • Book Review: The Critical Journey: Stages in the Life of Faith, UPDATED 10/29/2022

    This review has been updated, click here: The Critical Journey: Stages in the Life of Faith, 2nd Edition    …

  • Taking God at His Word!

    God’s word, the Bible, makes some extraordinary promises to Christians.  Extraordinary may be an understatement as I am speaking of the life…

  • The Gift of Myrrh!

    With Christmas this week, a lot of folks are thinking about what type of gifts to give to family and…

  • A word on Kindness!

    Lately I have been thinking a lot about what it means to be kind.  Nothing can destroy a relationship faster…

  • You Make Me Want to be a Better Man and stuff…

    Every time I read Genesis, I am very thankful for what God has given us, for all He considered and…

  • Happy Birthday Dad!

    Hi Dad, I can’t believe it has been over a year since you’ve been gone.  I still miss you a…

  • Aroma of the Heart!

    I started writing this post in 2014, but wasn’t sure where it was going.  Sometimes heart surgery can be complex…

  • Sometimes God…

    Sometimes God allows blessings knowing they will reveal darkness in us that He wants to purge Sometimes God uses us…