This word really means to look at something closely. I think the idea behind inspection is to look a bit beyond what you see to make sure you’re not missing anything. I schedule home inspections for our buyers because the buyer is usually looking to see if their furniture will fit. I want the inspector…
I’ve heard of the golden rule my whole life. I thought it was something that my parents made up to get me to behave. As I grew older, I realized that it’s an excellent idea and a good way to live. I did also learn that Jesus said it when He was teaching in His…
Most prayer seems serious, but it doesn’t have to be. I think prayer should more informal than formal. In our humanness or our flesh, we have made prayer into something I don’t think it was ever intended to be. Prayer is most definitely NOT performance – it is informal conversation with the Creator of the…
I think it would be difficult at times being a judge. I think that there are other times when the case would be very clear how the ruling should come down. I make all sorts of decisions every day and some of them are based on information that I already have. Other decisions are made…
There are times when life here on earth becomes a big distraction to eternal life. As I read and understand scripture, eternal life is very different, and it is the goal of this life. I can become so enamored with my temporary life that I’m distracted from the goal of eternal life with God. When…
I once heard someone say that my “eyes are the window to my soul”. I do know that my eyes have seen a lot of things over the years. Some of the things I’ve seen have been deeply disturbing. Other things I’ve seen have been awe-inspiring and beautiful. Through my eyes, I can read the…
I know people who love to hunt treasure. They will go to the flea market and estate sales frequently looking for treasure. Usually, the treasure they seek has become trash to someone else. I am often frustrated with myself over things that I thought were valuable when I purchased them, and now they are worthless…
I came across two verses that stopped me in my tracks. I just started writing my thoughts down and it felt a bit random. I learned about forgiveness the hard way. I learned from scripture that it’s not optional for the Christ follower. I learned that forgiveness is more for me than the other person.…
I have a theory about prayer and people. I believe everyone prays. Some pray to a false god or a God they just don’t know yet. Most everyone will pray in a pinch or in a crisis. I believe that my prayer life reflects my relationship with God. I have prayed publicly, and I must…
I remember when I was young, there was a man in church who always put his offering in the plate where you could see the size of the bill he was giving. One of my first volunteer jobs was taking up offering. Later, when I was in college, I was in church in another town…