Jesus beckons, “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls.] . . . Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives … Continue reading →
Several years ago, we watched two videos made by a soft drink company with race driver, Jeff Gordon. Jeff, disguised as an older gentleman, visited a car dealership and took an unsuspecting car salesman on the test drive of his life. The poor car salesman was terrified, horrified, and screamed … Continue reading →
Ever had your stomach tangled in knots? The stress of the day, of the news, of the world, can wreck havoc on the body. Whew, it’s a crazy world out there people. All too often I get tangled up in the messiness of the messy world. Paul gave Timothy some … Continue reading →
Father’s Day is a time of joy for many. However, for those who have lost fathers, had terrible fathers, or for those who never knew their fathers, Father’s Day is difficult. God knows and cares. God is with those whose fathers were absent, abusive, or dismissive. Whether your father was … Continue reading →
We lived in Houston during several of my younger years. Houston terrain is flat, flatter, and flattest. The only “hills” are overpasses on the interstate. One street near our house had a fun feature – a rolling bump. Not a speed bump, just a small rise and dip. When our … Continue reading →
God is teaching me again the beauty of taking every thought captive. Far too long I’ve had the tendency to analyze, wonder, and try to figure out when I hear something or see something and “go there” in my mind. However, I’ve found I don’t have to ponder every story, … Continue reading →
Is anyone else troubled by the number of murders and rising crime rate? I am! Then I realized, we are not left helpless. James tells us, “The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].” ~ James 5:16 (AMPC) No matter who … Continue reading →
