allpeople – Reluctant Retiree

Forest Fire

I once helped fight a forest fire. As we were preparing a fire line, the fire suddenly roared over a ridge that was 50-100 feet away. I was amazed by how fast the fire spread and how much heat and light that I felt,even that far away. II Corinthians : 15 says, “For it isContinue reading “Forest Fire”

All for Your Sake

Road Signs

Road signs are meant to direct us and to warn us of potential dangers ahead. Roadside advertising intends to entice us to partake of services and products. But wouldn’t it be nice if roadside signs were developed to encourage and point us to awesome and meaningful adventures ahead? Revelation 7:9-10 says, “After this I looked,Continue reading “Road Signs”

Standing Before the Throne

Memories of Him

If we haven’t seen someone in a while, our memories may become a bit fuzzy, depending on our history with this person. The image of the person may be unclear, and we may not clearly remember what they were like. Psalm 99:1-3 says, “The LORD reigns; let the peoples tremble! He sits enthroned upon theContinue reading “Memories of Him”

Holy Is He

Peace in Turbulent Times

We live in turbulent times. Chaos seems to rule the day as divisions are rising amongst people and nations. One thing that we are called to do in times like these is to pray. We should pray that leaders find wisdom and act in righteousness on behalf of people. We should pray that people areContinue reading “Peace in Turbulent Times”

Solemn Assembly

Have you ever started a task thinking that it would be simply and quick, only to find that it will require much more time, effort, and resources than you thought? Well, sometimes we come to God in the same way, thinking that a simple short prayer will move the hand of God. But, it couldContinue reading “Solemn Assembly”

Consecrate

A Wrapped Gift For You

Christmas comes with a lot of expectations. We look forward to the gifts, the lights, the songs, the family gatherings, and joy. The first Christmas came with some expectations also. The people were looking for a Savior, the Messiah. They expected Him to arrive with great fanfare and celebration. Instead, God chose a humble meansContinue reading “A Wrapped Gift For You”