Category Archives: aging
LIFE CHANGING SEASONS
There is nothing like autumn in Minnesota. It’s the reason we live in this part of the country. The other seasons hold their own special beauty, but fall is full of amazing colors and elements that fill the senses to … Continue reading
I CAN’T DO THIS ALONE!
There are days when we wonder how we got through the day. We can become discouraged by all the evil in the world – by a difficult health diagnosis – a day at work that was impossible to handle – or … Continue reading
ALL I NEED IS YOU!
It’s hard for us to understand someone who keeps on giving, without expecting something in return. We have grown accustomed to a selfish, me-motivated world. Unfortunately as soon as we leave God out of the equation, we fail to come … Continue reading
I’M OFFENDED!
I am getting really sick of it! I’m tired of hearing that my country’s flag has become offensive to some. I’m overwhelmed that some are offended by my lack of understanding of sexual immorality. I’m disgusted that just about everything … Continue reading
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Every day we are exposed to the evil that contaminates our world. What goes on behind closed doors is often disgusting, appalling, pitiful, inhumane and full of hatred. As I look at news events I read about a home in … Continue reading
DOES BEING A CHRISTIAN GUARANTEE A PERFECT LIFE?
I have moments when I get depressed and anxious. At times I ask God, why are certain things happening to me? Why are there still problems, sickness, confusion, fears? Why do I try to measure up to someone else – why must we … Continue reading
TEN REASONS TO CELEBRATE GRANDPARENTS
Today is National Grandparent’s Day. There isn’t nearly as much hullabaloo as occurs on Mother’s or Father’s Day, but grandparents can play an important role in your child’s life. I have compiled a list of ten reasons why : They love … Continue reading
HAS AMERICA CHANGED SINCE 9/11?
We’re coming up on the 13th anniversary of one of the most horrific attacks on America within her borders. To many of us it was a day we will never forget. To some of us – it’s just a sad … Continue reading
OUR TIME OF GRACE
If Jesus defeated the devil, why is he still allowed to walk the earth? This is a question that many folks ask of us Christians. It’s a question we Christians often ask too, especially when we see the way our … Continue reading
ANOTHER DAY OFF?
With almost 10% of the work force unemployed in our country, Labor Day is just another day off for many. We are a nation founded on hard work. Most of us enjoy working hard and gain great satisfaction from the … Continue reading
WHERE CAN WE GO TO HIDE?
The face of the world is becoming more and more hideous with time. It seems that lately the news is filled with injustice towards humanity – beheadings of children and mutilations of others. A day doesn’t go by when the headlines aren’t … Continue reading
WALLS
Walls are intended to keep something enclosed and safe. They can also be used as a barricade against an enemy. The muscles of the abdominal wall are designed to protect our internal organs. Walls separate one room from another creating … Continue reading
Thank you, Lord!
Thank you, Lord, for giving me breath and life and for your gift of the Holy Spirit which has been working within me since my baptism. Each day you provide all that I need for my physical and spiritual needs. … Continue reading
DELIVER US FROM EVIL
Someone once wisely said, “Relying on the government to protect your privacy is like asking a peeping Tom to install your window blinds.” Every day we hear about how our privacy is being invaded. The internet, the IRS and identity … Continue reading
IMAGINE
Have you ever looked at clouds and watched “them come to life right before your eyes? It’s something most of us do as children, but can still enjoy as we grow older. Last night as we were driving home, I … Continue reading
MY CONFIDENCE
If you knew me well, you would soon come to see that I don’t have a lot of confidence. I sometimes lose heart when things get tough – I often try to handle things myself with little success – … Continue reading
HOW TO OBTAIN WISDOM
It seems that man is always searching for wisdom. We try hard to obtain it – we struggle with obstacles that get in the way of it – we always fall short of achieving it. The first human beings fell … Continue reading
I’M NOT DEAD YET!
I’m of an age where most of my friends and myself are slowly falling apart. We lack the energy we had when we were only 20 years younger. Our faces show new lines and wrinkles each day. Our skin is losing … Continue reading
THANK YOU, LORD!
Isn’t it something how God refreshes us after we’ve been through some difficult times? We can go through life filled with disappointment – become discouraged when things don’t go our way – frustrated with the turmoil in the world – … Continue reading
IF I ONLY HAD THE NERVE!
We have been working with a group of youngsters all week, introducing them to the arts of music, art and drama. They have been immersed in activities which stretch their imagination; things they thought they could never do; and they’ve … Continue reading
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