Waiting Can Be Tough

I can’t think of anything that is not affected by timing. It’s often not predictable or obvious, but still so important. Years ago a friend was helping to build a house… he had paused for a moment to catch his breath and stepped away just as a beam came crashing down right where he had … Continue reading Waiting Can Be Tough

Repentance Brings Wonderful Things

Originally Posted Nov. 22, 2021 Does repentance change God’s mind? That’s a very interesting question. It seems that true repentance does touch God’s heart and causes him to change some of the punishment that was forthcoming. There are many examples of this,…..  from the people of Ninevah who repented in sackcloth and ashes … “when God … Continue reading Repentance Brings Wonderful Things

“Villa”

Originally Posted Nov. 19, 2021 Yesterday was the feast day of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. In 1818 she traveled with five other Sacred Heart sisters from France to the frontier town of St. Charles, Missouri, opening the first school for girls between the Mississippi River and the Rocky Mountains. (Magnificat Nov. 18, 2021)  The name … Continue reading “Villa”

“The Lord Will Show Up”

A number of years ago I had an important leadership position in our community. There were always significant issues that needed resolution. In truth, it was somewhat overwhelming.  At that time I developed a wonderful habit of going to Eucharistic Adoration…. almost every day. I would leave the office and travel to a local church … Continue reading “The Lord Will Show Up”

“ Be Happy”

A friend of mine from high school and college recently passed away. When I saw him a couple of years back, after a 50 year gap, I brought him up to date on my life and the many ways God has blessed me. He later wrote to me, “Dave, Thanks for the email. It was fun … Continue reading “ Be Happy”

“A Wonderful Life”

It’s a wonderful thing when people operate in their gifts. They can do things that no one else can really do. The gifts come in a variety of sizes and shapes. The Professional Basketball Season (NBA) just ended. I’m amazed at the talent level (gift level) of these players …. their athleticism, skill set, endurance. … Continue reading “A Wonderful Life”

“It Is You O Lord, You Are The Only One”

I recently sent a note to a friend and BIG Miami Heat fan, congratulating him on how his team had put up a very good fight against the Denver Nuggets who are up 3-1 in the NBA finals. Well, he just got back to me quoting Yogi Berra, “Dave, it ain’t over till it’s over”. Hmmmm, Bill … Continue reading “It Is You O Lord, You Are The Only One”

“Delight In The Lord’s Deliverance” 

“When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them."The LORD has done great things for us; we are glad. Restore our fortunes, O LORD, … Continue reading “Delight In The Lord’s Deliverance” 

“History Is Important”

Originally Posted Nov. 18, 2021 Perspective is essential to knowing the truth. Look at only part of the facts in a situation and you will often get a distorted understanding. Recall the Indian parable of the blind men and the elephant…. “one feels the trunk and says it’s a big snake…another feels the leg and … Continue reading “History Is Important”

“Standing Firm !!!”

Originally Posted Nov. 17, 2021 When the pressure gets high enough, something in us cries,  “STOP” …… I just can’t take this pressure, …… I need relief and I need it now. I guess we’ve all experienced this at times. The pressure could be in the form of physical pain. Perhaps it’s a job pressure where … Continue reading “Standing Firm !!!”