Nudged in the dark, I instantly woke up. Though groggy, I knew exactly the reason: Eliana was coming! It was in the wee hours of August 20, 2010 before any glimmer of the rising sun. Both Aneta and I were elated concerning the impending arrival of our second daughter, Eliana Joy Hume. A few months… [Read More]
THE COMING BARN REVIVAL
“…gather the wheat into my barn.” Matthew 13:30 AN UNPRECEDENTED HARVEST is coming. This has been prophesied for years, even decades. Many have seen this. I’m going to refrain from throwing out numbers. But I do want to affirm the deep longing of the Father’s heart: An inkling of the coming harvest is indeed… [Read More]
Are You Lovable?
Are you lovable? During my freshman year in college, I surrendered my life to Christ. It was the first time I’d heard a biblical introduction to who Jesus Christ was and the full implications of his crucifixion, death, burial, and resurrection. I was greatly humbled that he would die on the Cross for me and… [Read More]
Unsung Heroes
Three years ago tonight I felt the pleasure of the Father’s heart concerning unsung heroes among us. My heart was deeply touched. I penned the following. These obscure ones are those that labor in love, without griping or fanfare. In humility they serve to serve others—not with an agenda. They simply long to let Christ… [Read More]
Does Failure Define You
Any area of our life that is not glistening with hope is under the influence of a lie. Steve Backlund, Igniting Hope Ministries DO YOU STRUGGLE with feeling like a failure? Failures in life are an inevitable part of the maturing process in our walk with Christ. I’d be concerned if you didn’t experience any… [Read More]