How precious is your steadfast love, O God!          All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings. (Psalm 36:7)               Have you ever been caught in a sudden downpour and gone running for shelter? Many years ago, I was out on a long run (marathon training) when a sudden downpour turned into thunder and…

Now the serpent was more crafty than any other wild animal that the LORD God had made. (Genesis 3:1)               Throughout history, Satan, or the devil, is usually portrayed as an ugly creature. Skin the color of hot coals. Horns on the head. Pointy tail. The kind of creature from which you would avert your eyes.…