Throw Your Hands in the Air and Enjoy the Ride!
I’ve always loved the craziest, wildest rides at amusement parks. Maybe that’s why becoming a private pilot was no big deal for me. I think wild rides are part of my DNA, because God’s plans for us sure did include some like that. For over 43 years, my Honey and I encouraged many people to…
Tough Times Don’t Last, But Tough People AND Trees Do!
I set out to buy two trees for my yard. My main criteria? Hardy. A very knowledgeable tree specialist guided me to this Maple Tree (left). It would be on the west side of my home and would eventually have a great canopy from the sun, and yes, it’s a hardy tree. I chose the…
If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat!
You know the deal — when we stretch our faith, and go for it: “Yes, we’re buying a house” or “Yes, we’re going to start our family — we’re going to have a baby” or “Yes, I’m changing jobs — the pay is less, but it’s what I love to do” or “Yes, I will…
No Prayer is too Small for our Lord to Handle
Prayer has unbelievable benefits to us, even when we’re just praying about a lost set of car keys or finding our cell phone. Praying for the little things, as well as the big things, helps us to acknowledge our dependence on God. When we become so self-sufficient that we don’t leave room for God’s ideas,…