Recent Posts from Roots by the River

The Lord’s Discipline

“My son, do not despise the LORD’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the LORD disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights [...]

Constant Victory

I came across the following poem (prayer) and devotional in Amy Carmichael's book Edges of His Ways:   Before the winds that blow do cease, Teach me to [...]

Fellowship & Division

During my 69 years of being a Christian,* I have been blessed in knowing thousands of believers in Christ. This blessing, however great, has had a little darkness [...]