Category Archives: Family
Compromise
The first year of marriage is a time of learning the most intimate thoughts about the one you love. It means discovering that he hasn’t yet learned to put the toilet seat down and she doesn’t roll up the toothpaste tube. … Continue reading
YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW
The giant reaper opens it massive jaws and its teeth consume the hay – It spits out bales of golden chunks as it forages through fields of fodder – food that will keep the cattle happy for the cold months ahead. … Continue reading
SUPER HEROES
The idea of separating the exceptional from the ordinary isn’t new. The Greeks were masters of setting them up on a pedestal. They told stories about their heroes – they performed plays about them – they even worshiped them. Today, society … Continue reading
A PERFECT ROLE MODEL
Do we place upon a pedestal the heroes of our time? We sometimes make them idols. Do we think they are divine? When they show that they are human, they quickly tumble down. They lose that place of honor. They … 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
HERE COMES THE BRIDE!
When we begin our lives as Christians, we are actually entering a marriage with Jesus. We are committing our lives to Him. We are vowing to live our lives according to His ways. We are promising to love Him forever. … Continue reading
BOUND FOR A NEW WORLD
There were 102 on board the small sailing vessels. Half of them had tired of the corruption in the Church of England and were bound for a new life where they could worship as they pleased; while half of them … Continue reading
IGNORANCE IS BLISS
Yesterday I kind of blew my stack when I discussed being offended. Sometimes it’s better to just not know all the ugly stuff going on in this world. Sometimes it’s better to be blissfully ignorant. Well – not really! God … 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
NOTE TO TWEENS, TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS
I’ve spent many years instructing young people and even though our world has drastically changed over the years – the basic fears, hopes, dreams and self-esteem of our kids hasn’t. When you go from child to teen you’re entering a … 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
WAKE UP!
For some reason I overslept this morning. Over sleeping for me is anything later than 6AM. Now my computer is acting weird and trying to write a new post seems to be out of the question. I also have a … 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
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