by Kevin Murray | Apr 16, 2014 | Prayer
When we say God speaks to us through a particular song, movie, or painting, we don’t mean to infer He is the one actually creating the music, acting the role, or generating the image. We recognize these are the works of poets, performers, and artists, who may or may...
by Kevin Murray | Apr 10, 2014 | Encouragement
Once upon a time, there was a farmer who loved God. He was satisfied to have a small plot of land, some chickens scurrying about, a milk cow in the barn, and warmth in his home, wherein resided his loving family. The farmer spent his days with his hands in the dirt....
by Kevin Murray | Mar 28, 2014 | Prayer
Not long ago, I found myself to be in what can best be described as a spiritual slumber. In the film, Awakenings, Robin Williams gives a brilliant portrayal of Malcolm Sawyer, an American neurologist who discovers the benefits of a new drug, L-Dopa. He discovers that...
by Kevin Murray | Mar 20, 2014 | Relationships
The saying “behind every face, there’s a story” is, at its core, an invitation. I noticed a little girl at the airport recently who, by the intensity of her focus, stood out among the crowd. The events that soon unfolded were so tender and affecting that I was moved...
by Kevin Murray | Feb 12, 2014 | Challenges
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1) When it comes to where I will spend eternity, sometimes I have doubts. A surprising confession, perhaps. But I have another confession which is bound to confuse...