Some simple moments in life have lasting lessons. Have you ever read John’s Gospel as if it were a first-grade reader? I was blessed to share repeated nighttime readings of a children’s book with my daughter. Those simple moments became more than familiarity with the story characters, plot, and conclusion. It developed into lasting lessonsContinue reading “GREATNESS IN SIMPLICITY (John’s Gospel is a Children’s Book)”
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The Greatest of All Time
A recent sporting event was won in dramatic fashion. The TV commentators referred to it as the greatest comeback win of all time. Sports writers and fans are quick to announce someone or something as “the greatest ever.” Then people argue over their opinions. Several months back, a friend sent me a request for theContinue reading “The Greatest of All Time”
WINSDAY HOPE FOR SUNDAY
Where do you find hope to go on in life when circumstances are bad? The doors were locked; but suddenly the resurrected Jesus was standing among the disciples and hugging them. Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger into my hands. Put your hand into my side. Do not doubt any longer. Just Believe!” ThomasContinue reading “WINSDAY HOPE FOR SUNDAY”
JUST A CONTAINER
CHRISTMAS THOUGHTS 2024 Singing O Holy NightWhen I thought of that manger cradleJust one of many trees planted by GodCut down and shaped by othersJust a container for food and water Just a dirty vesselWith no idea of any usefulness Just a containerPlaced by circumstances Surrounded by a loving couple UNTILThe Christ was placed insideContinue reading “JUST A CONTAINER”
YOUR FAMILY CHRISTMAS STORY
Do you have a family Christmas story? For some, the season is highlighted by family reunions. Others send a family Christmas letter or a social media snapshot which share the past year’s fun and facts. Those holiday letters filled with anecdotes or bragging can make you laugh or gag. One consistent denominator is every familyContinue reading “YOUR FAMILY CHRISTMAS STORY”
THE STEWARDSHIP OF SUFFERING
ALL OF LIFE IS A STEWARDSHIP. All of life is a gift from God to be lived in grateful honor to God and love to others. That certainly includes your talents, things, and time. It also includes your suffering, pain, and grief. I think we all would like more of the former and less ofContinue reading “THE STEWARDSHIP OF SUFFERING”
The Pursuit of ‘Happyness’ (Revisited)
Thomas Jefferson and the Founding Fathers wrote in our country’s Declaration of Independence about our God-given rights “to Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” That made me think about God’s promise of happiness to Adam and Eve and their pursuit of that happiness. The promise and pursuit are very similar to our situations. ThereContinue reading “The Pursuit of ‘Happyness’ (Revisited)”
LOVE FIRST...LOVE MOST 