Tag Archives: Jesus
SURPRISE!
Have you ever been totally surprised by something? You might be delighted, terrified, special, overcome, or even unworthy of such attention. Surprises can be fun when they’re encased in a special box – when they come from far across the country … Continue reading
IN EVERYTHING, GIVE THANKS!
Americans will soon sit down to a sumptuous dinner and feast on foods served only on special occasions. As we fill our tummies with goodies, let’s try to focus on those who don’t have such bounty. Maybe you are faced … Continue reading
Ready
The time is drawing near. Our battle soon is done. Our world no longer here, but with God’s only Son. So let us now prepare for pastures green and calm. Lift up our hearts in cheer and hold us in … Continue reading
TO GOD BE THE GLORY!
There are moments when my confidence wanes – when fear gets in the way of the things that need to be said or done – when trepidation steps on my backbone – when My tongue gets tied into knots and words … Continue reading
YOU CAN DO THIS!
Today ten of my students will participate in a forensics meet with teams from other Christian schools in the area. Forensics is just a fancy word for public speaking. This is something I wish would have been available to me … Continue reading
GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE TO ACCOMPLISH THE EXTRAORDINARY
Last night I watched a program on the history channel which appeared to discredit our founding fathers by exposing all the secrets they could possibly dig up. At first I thought I was watching an episode of TMZ, but this was … Continue reading
Jesus Loves
The world is full of terrible frustrations. We find ourselves in painful situations. We often feel that life is wildly spinning. There is no answer and no winning. When hopes are dashed and dreams are smashed We struggle hard for … Continue reading
FIRST SNOW
Psalm 146:16-17 He gives snow like wool; he scatters frost like ashes. He hurls down his crystals of ice like crumbs; who can stand before his cold? It seems a little early for snow, but then I guess it … Continue reading
I DON’T WANNA BE A PUPPET! i WANNA BE A REAL PERSON!
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Today our children cannot imagine a place where black people weren’t allowed to use the same … Continue reading
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
Burt Reynolds isn’t one of my favorite actors, but I do remember him in a movie called, “The End.” When things started spinning out of control for his character, he began a negotiation with God – promising to give a … Continue reading
Guilt
I’m met by guilt on every day. It sweeps my peace of mind away. It starts with little things at dawn – why did I go and sleep so long? My socks don’t match – my hair’s a mess. Did … Continue reading
COMMUNION OF SAINTS
What is a team without a leader? How does a corporation thrive without someone to guide it? What happens when everyone thinks they know better than the boss or there are too many cooks in the kitchen? Usually the result … Continue reading
THE WORLD IS A DARK PLACE
It’s Halloween and soon the streets will be filled with all sorts of little ghosts and goblins begging for candy. Chances are they have no great need for the treats, but they love this tradition of dressing up and having … Continue reading
DATELINE – OCTOBER 30, 1517
The man lay motionless in his bed, wondering if what he was about to do was even remotely logical. His mind had been plagued for years on thoughts of obtaining a place in heaven. He had pursued every possible way … Continue reading
Falling Short
The mom who expects her child rearing to be flawless – the dad who struggles to make a decent salary – the teen who tries to fit in – the grandma who has tried every wrinkle cream in the book … Continue reading
THANK YOU, JESUS!
I come in deep humility in hopes that you will set me free. I pray that you forgive my sin and save me from the hurt within. I know that you have died for me. You gave your life to … Continue reading
I’M SORRY!
We are all sinners. We have proven that in our daily walk. Even when our intentions are good, our inmost being is being tempted by the father of lies. The devil is eager to eat us up. Sounds pretty hopeless? … Continue reading
BE PATIENT IN SUFFERING
In Romans 12:12 God tells us to be patient in our suffering. This seems like a lot to ask, but when we think of what our Jesus had to go through it really isn’t. Our suffering here is nothing compared … Continue reading
LOOK AHEAD!
I’ve come to the end busy week in my world. It started with my final week of coaching almost 90 kids in the fine art of public speaking. It has been fun watching them develop their skills and to hear … Continue reading
OH HOLY SPIRIT – LIGHT DIVINE
There’s much to be said for having enthusiasm and boldness in sharing God’s Word, but sometimes that excitement can be misinterpreted – sometimes we forget who is really responsible for changing hearts and bringing unbelievers to Christ. He gave … Continue reading
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