I know what it’s like to be thirsty. I don’t know thirst at the levels that some who have gone long periods without good water to drink. Fresh water is very convenient where I live and work. I wish I had thought up the idea of bottled water many years ago. I’ve developed a habit…
I remember clearly when I made some vows to my wife. I promised to be faithful to her in sickness or in health until death separates us. I don’t know what happens when we die, but I do believe that death is not the end. It’s more like a beginning of forever, but really eternity…
I’ve actually got more than one problem. If you see me out and about, I act normal. I have multiple problems. The biggest problem is that I’m a sinner, not a saint. I may, at times, appear to be a saint, but I’m really not. If there is anything good in me, it’s because of…
I remember when my children were born how we chose their names. There was some thought and process behind their names. Their last name is in place because they are my children. I wanted each of my kids to be called by their first name. I also wanted a name that they wouldn’t be picked…
I feel like I’m pretty good at trusting the Lord. I trust Him with the big things in my life. I’m not so good at trusting Him with the things that I believe are within my control. I’m still learning that He loves it when I trust Him with something as simple as finding a…
I grew up learning to obey and respect my parents even when I didn’t agree with them. It seems like my Dad reminded me a few times that he couldn’t “make me do something”, but he could “make me wish I had”! I think it’s important for children to learn obedience at an early age,…
There are some days when I need relief. I feel spent emotionally and physically on some days. On days that are hard, I look forward to some relief sitting in my chair resting and relaxing. Relief is a bit of a variable. What might be relief for me, might possibly be frustration and stress…
There are many facets and concepts of God that as a human, I don’t always understand. It’s hard for me to imagine that He has no beginning and no ending – He has always been and will always be. Everyone and everything I know about has a beginning or ending. The Lord doesn’t operate within…
I am so thankful for our first responders and how they are ready on a moment’s notice to come save someone from a fire or an accident. They are well trained and well organized so that when a plan is put in place, they can execute the plan with great precision and productivity. There are…
I remember when I was in third grade. I was 8 or 9 years old when I started thinking about following Jesus. I remember talking to my mom about it and she asked a few questions. She set up a visit with our minister. When Sunday came, I walked down the aisle at invitation time…