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Spring Cleaning
If Spring would ever actually get here and stay here, it may be that many of us would finally get around to doing some Spring Cleaning in and around our homes (if you have already accomplished this feat—way to go!). We are reminded of a time when Jesus did a bit of “cleaning” of his …
“I am…”
Could we join with Paul and echo the sentiments of Romans 1:14-16? “I am under obligation both to Greeks and to barbarians, both to the wise and the foolish.” (Rom. 1:14) Paul was given direct orders to go to Gentiles and Jews (and even kings!) and tell them what they must do to be forgiven …
Our Need of Encouragement
We are at a time in world history where we are more “connected” than ever before (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.). Due to the advances of technology, we are able to do things that previous generations could not even imagine. Ironically, our ability to connect digitally has not solved our pressing problems such as isolation and …
Looking for the Good in Grief
I am so thankful for Ron & Don Williams. The work that they are doing is a blessing to so many. I know that my family benefited from the time spent this weekend thinking biblically and deeply about suffering and loss. I am confident that the others who attended the seminar feel the same way. …
Do You Believe?
A brand new calendar year is upon us! As such it is a great time to evaluate where we stand in a number of different areas. Experts tell us that nine out of every ten “New Year’s Resolutions” will fail…and most of these failures occur by February. This means that for the average person, year …
Good Gifts
What makes for a good gift? Having just completed another Christmas season where many families gathered and exchanged presents, I wonder about how we decide which gifts were “good” and which ones were not. Is a good gift anything that is not returned or exchanged for something else? Is a good gift one that gets …
How Bad Can I Be?
With the winter holidays just around the corner, we will all be seeing items and hearing stories related to the season. As such, I just read about the fact that there is a website known as emailsanta.com where young ones may write an electronic letter to the North Pole. Several letters from these innocent children …
Thanks
We have so much for which to be thankful! Every single day our Might God blesses us with numerous good things. As those who have been blessed, we have a responsibility to Our Lord to show Him gratitude. In fact, Jesus actually expects us to say “thanks” when He blesses (Luke 17:17). With this in …
Guilt
Many of us struggle with feelings of guilt. Some feel too much guilt. Others do not feel as though they are ever really guilty of any substantial wrongdoing. In some cases, we know for sure that we have transgressed the law and are bracing ourselves to deal with the consequences. Others among us could not …
Peace of Mind
“How much are you willing to pay for peace of mind?” This is the question posed by a company that makes what they are calling a “Smart Water Bottle.” It will test and then purify your water if such is deemed necessary. Sounds amazing, right? They are charging more then $200 for each bottle. The …