I was raised, ostensibly, as a Catholic. I attended a boys-only Catholic High School wearing a sport jacket and tie throughout those 4 years. Senior year I was Class Religious Chairman and won “Religious Activities” awards in years 3 & 4. – I have no idea how that happened. From...
Today’s devotional explains something that, over the years, I’ve learned about my own Christian journey. It explains part of the reason why I (usually) don’t get discouraged during those “dry” times in my life. I used to get very discouraged during those times early in my Christian journey. But I’ve...
People shouldn’t think that I’m always strong. I know how to rise to the occasion. By the grace of God, by the power of the Holy Spirit, I get up and do what needs to be done. Just going into the kitchen and sitting on a chair with a small...
Being over 50 years old there are few things I could say that are worthwhile I think. There are a few things in particular I feel I really need to say. I’ve been married 26 years now. Over all I give our marriage 4/5 stars but I think that is...
“…but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.” (James 1:14-15) Temptation isn’t sin. Jesus was tempted. We, too, are tested in...
I am often reminded of instances when we discovered I had cancer. Georgia and I were overwhelmed. Our world was turned upside down. Normal life came to a grinding stop as we were thrust into an entirely new dimension managing my health issues. Words are not enough for me to...
“The heavens declare His glory.” I used to buy Bible tracts by the hundreds. One of my favorites was called “The Light.” In my opinion it gave a simple but clear description of what happens to a person when they are saved. “I once was blind but now I see.” ...
There’s no way that I can address or expose much on such a lofty topic, but something came to my heart today that I must share with you. It seems that it’s when we are confronted with death that we gain some perspective on life. I’ve been so confronted in...
Our pastor delivered a great message last Sunday at our church, as usual. The message was on the prodigal son. The prodigal son parable has such appeal to me. Billy Graham preached on it many times before and I never got tired of hearing him tell it. At Sunday’s service,...
Disabled due to chronic pain I’ve been particularly interested in Scripture regarding pain. There are many verses and even whole chapters relating to pain. Many may be familiar with the “consider it pure joy when you encounter various trials” verses in James chapter 1. But one can gain better understanding...