Tag Archives: Christian Parenting

The Return of Mommy Guilt

Posted on May 16, 2017 by cchrisholland

Dear Moms, Sunday was your day. There was honor and recognition; and as it should be, we celebrated you. By now though, it’s back to the work, worry, and wishing for more time in the day before collapsing on the … Continue reading →

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And

Posted on April 3, 2017 by cchrisholland

The word “and” can make a lot of difference. For example, it can cause anxiety, like “The meeting is tomorrow AND the report is due”; or joy, like “Grandma’s coming AND she’s bringing a cake.” When it comes to spiritual matters, … Continue reading →

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Boundaries

Posted on December 3, 2016 by cchrisholland

Who sets the boundaries of your steps? Along the path of life there are many speaking their own version of truth, including various offers to “taste-test” savory concessions as you pass by. One of the common calls from the shadows is … Continue reading →

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Abel

Posted on September 1, 2016 by cchrisholland

Why was Abel killed? Did a fierce argument cause the first murder? Was it a fight over land, gold, or livestock? No, it wasn’t any of those. He was attacked simply for doing the right thing. In Hebrews, he’s remembered this … Continue reading →

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Unanswered

Posted on August 30, 2016 by cchrisholland

Do your prayers ever seem unanswered? There’s a beautiful story in Luke of two people who struggled with silence…Zacharias and Elizabeth. They endured daily shame in a culture that believed no children was a sign of hidden sin. However, according … Continue reading →

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Wisdom 2.1

Posted on August 17, 2016 by cchrisholland

What if you found an old letter describing a location in your yard where money was buried? Would you attempt to find it? Most people would of course, but finding old cash among your roses isn’t likely. However, the Bible’s promise of treasure is a lot more certain. Consider … Continue reading →

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Where Hope Lives

Posted on May 25, 2016 by cchrisholland

Does your spirit need a lift today? Consider this; there’s a passage of scripture that’s a virtual door to a room filled with eternal optimism. No, it’s not a place where everything gets suddenly fixed, it’s a place where hope … Continue reading →

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Squirrels are Punks (re-post)

Posted on May 23, 2016 by cchrisholland

I know there are things about squirrels I should appreciate, but to be honest, they’re punks. I mean, try to spend a few moments out on the deck reading and see what happens. Recently I did, and as usual here … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23 (6a)

Posted on May 16, 2016 by cchrisholland

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life…” – Psalm 23:6a NKJV “Our moods may shift, but God doesn’t. Our minds may change, but God doesn’t. Our devotion may falter, but God never does. Even … Continue reading →

Psalm 23 (2a)

Posted on May 4, 2016 by cchrisholland

“He makes me to lie down in green pastures…” – Psalm 23:2a NKJV “[For sheep] it is significant that to be at rest there must be a definite sense of freedom from fear, tension, aggravations, and hunger. The unique aspect … Continue reading →

Social-Issue Sucker-Punches

Posted on April 28, 2016 by cchrisholland

With “tolerance” becoming the new litmus test for public legitimacy, perhaps you’re feeling a little intimidated these days. If so, a few quick thoughts on the matter may help when the next verbal “sucker-punch” comes along at the workplace or family … Continue reading →

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“Sorrow”

Posted on April 20, 2016 by cchrisholland

Jesus understands the human condition. And it isn’t some kind of general sympathy, it’s a thorough, all-encompassing compassion. Consider the shortest verse in the Bible: “Jesus wept.” – John 11:35 NKJV The backdrop of the verse was Lazarus’ death and … Continue reading →

3-5-16 “Greatest”

Posted on March 5, 2016 by cchrisholland

Pride is relentless. It can cause us to be self-deceived, blinded to the truth, and distorted in our view of the facts around us. Even though the disciples physically traveled with, saw the miracles of, and heard the words of … Continue reading →

3-4-16 “Help!”

Posted on March 4, 2016 by cchrisholland

Admission of weak faith can be the beginning of moving forward. For example, Mark records that a father brought his son to be healed from an evil spirit and the disciples couldn’t help him. Later, when Jesus arrived, the father … Continue reading →

3-3-16 “Listening”

Posted on March 3, 2016 by cchrisholland

Have you caught a glimpse of His glory? When Jesus was transfigured on the mountain (in the presence of Peter, James and John), His heavenly glory burned bright as the sun. Excited by what he saw, Peter immediately began talking … Continue reading →

3-1-16 “Heaviness”

Posted on March 1, 2016 by cchrisholland

Jesus sighed. On several occasions, the reality of sin’s weight on the world moved Jesus to express a heaviness through what we call a “sigh”. Even though a “sigh” isn’t verbal speech, we know what it means. It’s a pause … Continue reading →

2-29-16 “Powerless”

Posted on February 29, 2016 by cchrisholland

The disciples knew empowerment, but they also knew weakness. In Mark chapter 6, the story is recorded where they were sent out by Jesus with the power over evil spirits and to heal. They returned with stories of demons being cast … Continue reading →

2-25-16 “Peace”

Posted on February 25, 2016 by cchrisholland

Storms can be scary and destructive. Hot/cold air collisions and seasonal change can produce some nasty weather. In our personal life, it’s also true that changing winds can bring a storm. In the Gospels, there’s a pivotal moment where the … Continue reading →

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2-24-16 “Tiny”

Posted on February 24, 2016 by cchrisholland

Big results in God’s kingdom often start very small. Jesus explained it this way: “To what shall we liken the Kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? It is like a mustard seed which, when it is … Continue reading →

2-23-16 “Sowing”

Posted on February 23, 2016 by cchrisholland

The seed parable is a powerful illustration. Found in Luke 8:4-15, it describes four different results of the same type of seed falling onto the ground. A combining of the story with Jesus’ explanation renders four pictures: The Hard Soil-no fruit at all (seed … Continue reading →