Leave it There
I have always known that bitterness can eat like a cancer and it needs to be dealt with as soon as possible as it can cause literal physical damage. I think there are at least two more things that should…
Category Christian-encouragement
A Loss for Words
Have you ever felt like you just didn’t have the words to say when: >someone lost a loved one? >someone was diagnosed with a serious health condition? >someone was told their mate wanted a divorce? And what about when you…
What the World Needs Now
Our church concluded some special meetings with Life Action Ministry this past week. One of the evening messages was particularly a blessing to me. The speaker’s emphasis was on I Corinthians 13, the chapter on love. It made me think…
No Standing Still of Time
I love this grandfather’s clock in the corner of my dining room. My father-in-law made it many years ago. The chimes are soothing to my ears as well as the steady “tick-tock.” Of course, if I forget to wind it…
What Kind of a “Bloomer” are You?
Our summer is quickly drawing to a close; but I certainly have enjoyed the variety of flowers in my yard this year. They’re all different; some blooming early, some later, some bloom all summer, and a few only display their…
It’s Good Medicine!
I totally dislike medicine, and many of them certainly don’t like me! I’m presently dealing with a prescription that I feel has been giving me several problems. Fortunately, my doctor is finally having me stop it for a month to…
Choices
Many Christian homes display the above verse in their homes. It’s one of my favorites, taken from the historical account in Joshua, chapter 24. The Israelites were now dwelling in the land God had promised them. After Joshua’s exhortation using…
His Eye Is on the Sparrow
I never tire of watching the birds in my backyard as they eat from the feeders or flap their wings in the bird bath. Of all the varieties, I’m reminded most from the little sparrows how God not only cares…
An MRI Experience
Last week I had the joy of having an MRI – NOT! If you’d had one, it isn’t the most pleasant experience to go through. Lying still on your back for a half an hour in a tunnel isn’t the…
Why, Lord?
Why, Lord? Most of us have probably said those words at one time or another and perhaps you are presently saying them. It could be for a variety of reasons: health issues, financial losses, family problems, disappointments, loss of a…