Forgiveness

Things happen in our lives that we sometimes allow to eat at us and bring us down, emotionally and physically.  Left unchecked, these “things” can cause us to blow a fuse (anger), become depressed, and affect our physical health.  Most of it can be avoided if we just follow the teachings in the Bible.  One [...]

Paying Attention

Father God, as we look at Your Word this morning, I ask Lord, that You help us not to be distracted, that our ears not just hear, but listen and understand; and give us eyes to see Father, without the scales from worry, busyness of life, lack of focus, and the cares of this world.  [...]

Let’s Reconcile

During the racial tension of 2020, which still is not resolved just quieted, a friend asked me to speak more on the issue as a possible comforting spirit for those willing to listen. This is what I replied (with editing): I have been asked by others, what can I do? Better! That answer seems simple [...]

Prayer

Last year, I watched an episode of the hospital show New Amsterdam.  In it, the Director of the Hospital, who had late stage cancer, passed out with a pulse but not breathing for seven – eight minutes. He was flown to the hospital in critical condition.  His wife was talked through doing a tracheotomy over [...]

Not Looking Back; But Looking Ahead; Moving Forward

But Jesus told him, “Anyone who puts a hand to the plow and then looks back is not fit for the Kingdom of God.” (Luke 9:62 NLT) Repeat after me.  Not Looking Back; But Looking Ahead; Moving Forward.  Again; Not Looking Back; But Looking Ahead; Moving Forward.  Most of us can look back over our [...]

Jesus Can Fix It

We are a broken people who have lost our sense of direction. We depend far too much on man when we should be looking to our God. Some parents are falling short, caught up in themselves, and supposing that the community will raise the child. That community has been lost; but we can get it [...]

The Beginning

After careful consideration and prayer, I decided to launch this blog to hopefully make a difference in someone’s life. I may not post daily or weekly, but when I feel led by the Holy Spirit, you will hear from me. I have some writings from over the years I hope will touch someone for good. [...]