There have been times in my life when there was trouble on the horizon and I was made aware of it. I could see the “storm” brewing and I knew that trouble was ahead. When something like this is getting ready to happen, I usually have a couple of choices: fight through the storm or…
When I turned 50 years of age a couple of years ago, I realized that I began thinking a lot more about the “finish line” than ever before. I have good friends that are in their 70’s and going strong. I also have friends who are not a lot older than me, and their health…
When I think of the message of Jesus and how He wants to seek and save lost people, I’m blown away by how simple it is. I’m also blown away with how powerful the message. Jesus chose to disciple fishermen, tax collectors and shepherds. It became obvious that when a tentmaker named Paul started preaching…
I believe that I have heard the Lord speak many times in my life. I’ve not specifically heard His voice, but I believe He’s spoken to me in various ways. I kind of picture His voice to be rich and deep in tone and presence. I don’t recall a vision from the Lord per say,…
There are some people who know everything – if you don’t believe me just ask them. I do have an opinion about just about everything, but I don’t choose to always share it. I get frustrated with people who “know it all”. I also get frustrated with people who should “know better”. There are people…
I can’t think of Jailhouse Rock without thinking of Elvis’ song by that name. I’ve visited a few prisoners and the jailhouse is not a “rockin place” in a good sense at all. It is a pretty dark place. I’ve never been a prisoner so I don’t relate to what the prisoners could be feeling…
I grew up going to church as a baby. I’ve been in church my whole life. I used to think going to church is what saved me. I also thought you were going straight to “hell in a hand basket” if you said a bad word, smoked or drank alcohol. I pretty much thought if…
I have made reservations via the phone or Internet and received confirmation numbers or emails and there is a sense of completeness about the task. I have accomplished what I set out to do because I have a receipt of confirmation. I then can move on to something else. Confirmation is a state of assurance…
When I read the Word of God, I can see the beginning of grace at creation in the relationship that Creator God enjoyed with Adam and Eve prior to their sin. After that time it seems that the stage is being set for the coming of Jesus and the arrival of Grace through Him. Paul…
When I was a kid, I loved watching this show called “Emergency” where these two paramedics would save people from car accidents, burning buildings, etc… They were the rescuers. It made for some interesting television and I’m sure the ratings were high, if they counted that sort of thing way back then! I’ve grown older…