It's been an enjoyable holiday today. I got up this morning at 4:30 and enjoyed the chilly stillness during my Quiet Time. (It's been chilly in Michigan today.) Mondays are always welcome. Reflecting over the weekend, I give thanks for those who crossed the line and committed their lives to Christ, the gathering of our…Read more Incense Laced Prayers
Monday Meditations
Self Improvement
This weekend I visited a local bookstore's news and self help sections. I was intrigued by the titles of the books and articles. Some I wanted to read, some I've read and some I laughed at. My favorite are the Dummies books. Of course as the authors point out if you are humble enough to…Read more Self Improvement
A Little Common Sense, Please!
During a conversation with a new acquaintance, after inquiring what kind of work I did, he asked for my thoughts about the Second Coming of Christ. I love it, when that question comes up. “We are filled with hope, as we wait for the glorious return of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” Titus…Read more A Little Common Sense, Please!
Resolved
My nephew, Phillip was teaching me how to use his bow and arrow last week. He can hit a bullseye. I missed the broadside of a barn. He hit a Coke can. I shot the arrow over the hill. He has finesse. I popped myself hard in the nose when I released the string. He…Read more Resolved
Resolved
My nephew, Phillip was teaching me how to use his bow and arrow last week. He can hit a bullseye. I missed the broadside of a barn. He hit a Coke can. I shot the arrow over the hill. He has finesse. I popped myself hard in the nose when I released the string. He…Read more Resolved
The Center of Christmas
Memories of Christmas' past and wishes for this Christmas fill my thoughts lately. There are so many wonderful childhood memories and memories of the first Christmas Becky and I celebrated in our first year of marriage and of our own children. At the center of Christmas for all our lives has been the story of…Read more The Center of Christmas
Honoring God’s Name
Then those whose lives honored God got together and talked it over. God saw what they were doing and listened in. A book was opened in God's presence and minutes were taken of the meeting, with the names of the God-fearers written down, all the names of those who honored God's name. God-of-the-Angel-Armies said, "They're…Read more Honoring God’s Name
Grace thoughts from a Teenager
My first understanding of grace came from a high school friend. I was discouraged by a selfish, sinful attitude of mine that persuaded me I wasn't truly "saved." Friends came up to me inquiring what was wrong. I didn't want to say, because I had witnessed to all of them. I remember to ladies…Read more Grace thoughts from a Teenager
Love Potion #9
After worship services yesterday at Woodland Church, as promised, Becky and I attended the Opera. When she told folks that we were going, there were quite a few of my friends asking for my man card! Well, I hope no one tries to confiscate it, but I I confess, I enjoyed it. Whew, that feels…Read more Love Potion #9
“How do you know that there is a heaven?”
“How do you know that there is a heaven?” The question was asked with sincerity but heavy with sad doubts. My heart is filled with compassion. Part of me is eager to persuade and convince. Biblical and theological convictions throb in my mind. However, he is incapable of belief, unless it can be proved. I…Read more “How do you know that there is a heaven?”
Coram Deo 