Package Delivered

We keep looking outside to see if it has come yet. We check and recheck the delivery tracking details online. We don’t know what is in the package, but our loved one said that it was on the way. So we impatiently wait to receive the package and find out what is in it. PsalmContinue reading “Package Delivered”

Know the Tree By Its Fruit

As we drove the highway through central California, we saw thousands of fruit trees and grape vines. Most of them looked strong and healthy, ready to produce delicious fruit. Some, however, looked a bit scrawny and unhealthy and not at all likely to produce good fruit. Matthew 7:16-17 says, “You will recognize them by theirContinue reading “Know the Tree By Its Fruit”

Our Appetites Deceive

When I drive past a Dairy Queen (DQ), my appetite for a strawberry sundae rises to the front of my thoughts. I long for the taste, ignoring the impact upon my blood sugar and weight. Our appetite and selfish desires can deceive us into doing things that harm us and can lead others astray. RomansContinue reading “Our Appetites Deceive”

Revive Our Hearts

Coffee has taken over our culture. Coffee houses are open on virtually every corner and are constantly busy. Many people need their morning coffee in order to become revived from a hard previous day and to energize for the day ahead. Psalm 69:32-33 says, “When the humble see it they will be glad; you whoContinue reading “Revive Our Hearts”

What We Do For Love

Songs have been written about it. Wars have been fought over it. Relationships have endured a lifetime for it. Personal sacrifices to the point of death have been made for. Love motivates us to go to great lengths in order to receive it, give it, and sustain it. Psalm 26:3 says, “For your steadfast loveContinue reading “What We Do For Love”