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Right Living

No More Pain

I am getting older and my body reminds me of that fact every day. Every day seems to bring a new pain. I am thankful that, so far, it hasn’t been anything significant. My pains are more annoying than worrisome. Yet, they do remind me of my weaknesses and brokenness. God wants to heal allContinue reading “No More Pain”

He Will Wipe Away Every Tear

Show Up

When the plumbing breaks, you call a repairman and expect him to show up on time. When you schedule an meeting, you expect the participants to show up on time and ready to participate. Then, why do we have trouble believing that Jesus will show up when we have a need and ask Him toContinue reading “Show Up”

“Arise”

Earning Rewards

Sometimes we are presented with the opportunity to earn rewards. We put in significant effort and time to do what is required, only to find out it was not enough and we don’t receive the reward. It can be devastating and is always discouraging, sometimes to the point of not wanting to try again. PsalmContinue reading “Earning Rewards”

Standing In His Holy Place

Safe and Secure

I have often worked on disaster recovery projects that require us to remove large and heavy objects. Many seem to be immovable. Large motorized equipment is necessary in those instances. This reminds me of Yosemite National Park. I have walked many of the trails and been awestruck by the mountains. Surrounded by the mountains IContinue reading “Safe and Secure”

Surrounded

Problems, Big and Small

Right now, I am experiencing a series of medical issues. Most are small and not life threatening, while a couple problems are more serious. Some days, it is harder than others to deal with the practical considerations of these issues. And sometimes, I drop my head in discouragement. But when I do that, my eyesContinue reading “Problems, Big and Small”