Category Archives: Trials

Trial By Fire: Dancing With Nephilim

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Douglas Abbott

“Never will I leave you. Never will I forsake you.” –Jesus of Nazareth A friend and mentor blew my mind recently when he pointed out a subtlety in Scripture I had never noticed before ― a detail most people overlook, … Continue reading →

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Postcards From the Mohave

Posted on August 10, 2013 by Douglas Abbott

“My heart is stirred by a noble theme. My tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.” –Psalms 45:1 The first time I read this verse, my jaw dropped. I had just finished going through an entire week without speaking

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Pain

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Douglas Abbott

Is it possible to get used to suffering? What happens when I meditate on truths like Romans 8:28: “For we know that in all things God works to the good of those who love him, who have been called according … Continue reading →

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Where Are You, God?

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Douglas Abbott

God, why are you inaccessible? Are you avoiding humanity because of all the decay on Planet Earth? What kind of scourging must happen to me before my heart surrenders to you? Please bring it. Don’t hold back. Don’t spare me … Continue reading →

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