If you ever think you’re having a bad day, just look at Joseph in the Old Testament. Joseph, the son of Jacob & Rachel, after being cast into a well and almost killed, was sold into slavery by his brothers. After rising up into a position of influence with the Pharaoh’s top counselor, he again … Continue reading “Trust… Involves Patience” →

It’s always a battle to keep our head on straight. When situations get dire, we can be tempted to lose hope…. “how can this situation get resolved …. it seems hopeless.” Recently we seem to be facing a number of situations that fall into this category. If we’re not careful, we can lose hope.  How … Continue reading “Know Any Saints?” →

Originally Posted Jan. 29, 2021 “Sunset is the point that the sun disappears over the horizon. Twilight is the period between sunset and dusk. During twilight there is still light in the sky. Dusk is the point when the sun is at 18 degrees below the horizon and there is no longer any sunlight in the sky.” It’s said that twilight lasts some 20-30 minutes.  You can … Continue reading “ The Twilight Is Disappearing” →

Originally Posted Jan. 28, 2021 Despite 6’3” Donald Trump losing to 5’11’ Joe Biden, of the last 20 elected presidents of the United States, 75% of the time the taller person wins. Abraham Lincoln was 6’4” and a foot taller than his opponent Stephen Douglas in the 1860 election….. yikes. Are leaders generally taller than … Continue reading “We Need Leaders” →

After talking about it for the past year, Judy and I recently began the journey of “Reading the Bible in a Year” with Fr. Mike Schmitz. We’re into day 16…. still in the “Honeymoon Phase” with a lot of enthusiasm. I’m guessing our zeal may be tested as we move into the depths of Leviticus, … Continue reading “Be Quick To Hear And Slow To Speak” →

It’s easy to trust when the sun is out and there’s a nice breeze, and life is delightful. “I really trust God for my life… I’m healthy, the kids are doing great…. I have money in the bank, I just got a nice promotion …. Boy, the government has it together…both in domestic and foreign … Continue reading “ What Is Needed Is Trust” →

Baltasar Gracian, a Spanish philosopher, once said, “Never compete with someone who has nothing to lose”. It is true that if you compete with someone who has nothing to lose, you are sure to be defeated in that race. A person who has nothing to lose has no fear. I think there’s a lot of … Continue reading “Nothing To Lose” →

It’s important to remember the good things others have done for us. Think of friends, and teachers, and pastors, and acquaintances. So many have done so much for us. Think of your parents; it’s good to recount all the things your parents have done for you.  It’s estimated to cost $272,049 to raise a child from … Continue reading “Gratitude Ball” →

Somedays I wake up refreshed and ready to go…. a zip in my step, a smile on my face, a good cup of coffee, a jump start on my prayer time …. it’s going to be a good day.  Other days, it seems I wake up with a “boulder on my shoulder”. The worries of … Continue reading “ The Wrong Side Of The Bed” →

Originally Posted Jan. 27, 2021 “The love of Christ impels us.” (2Cor. 5:14) This passage is a beautiful passage. I’m inspired when I hear it. But let’s turn it around a bit and ask the question……am I impelled ? Am I driven, pressured, inspired by the love of Christ. Do my actions point to the fact … Continue reading “ Loved By Christ” →