Following Jesus Means Loving Everyone
If we’re honest, loving everybody sounds beautiful — until we meet everybody. Love the kind. Sure.Love the grateful. Of course.But love the ones who mock faith, roll their eyes at truth, or treat believers with open hostility? Lord, are You sure You didn’t mean most people? And then — quiet as a whisper — I…
I Choose YOU!
Remember the schoolyard days when team captains picked their players one by one. I wasn’t exactly athletic, and I sure didn’t bloom like the other roses on the bush. So, you guessed it — I was usually chosen last. Oh, the sting of that self-pity! I’m so thankful I outgrew my lack of self esteem.…
Resolution or Resolve?
Which do you have?A RESOLUTION is a decision to do or not do something.RESOLVE is a firm determination to do something. Resolution is wishful thinking. A fleeting moment in time.Resolve involves ongoing action with a fixed purpose. A dedication to the process. Anyone can make a resolution. Not everyone has resolve. One of my “goals”…
Lost & Found
A friend posted: “Praise report… my engagement ring had lost the diamond about 2 weeks ago. Bruce and I tore apart the house and cars looking for it. No diamond. We pretty much chalked it up to being lost. We have had a lot of challenges financially and we felt Satan has just been testing…
My Jerry Doll
I saw this precious little girl, the daughter of a dear friend, on my FB feed. Though this angel girl is adorable, it was her doll that caused a flood of memories. It reminded me of my “Jerry” doll. I named him “Jerry” after my new little cousin who I loved so much. And, I…
I Am Who God Says I Am
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me!” That is so NOT true, because words do hurt. Like me, maybe you remember those words as a child and your parents taught you that phrase so you could cope with your classmates teasing you. Ugly words today cause young people to…
This Painting is Worth the Search
I spotted this painting in Larry’s office. It’s considered a treasure to he and Staci because Payton, their son, painted it for them years ago. In terms of value in dollars and cents, it might not have a high sticker price at the At Home store. But in terms of value in sentiment – priceless.…