The social media world promised connection due to increased communication with almost everyone at virtually any time. What they delivered, however, is increased comparison as people compare their lives to the lives of so-called influencers. This increased comparison takes us away from connection, reality, and meaningful action. Colossians 3:12-13 says, “Put on then, as God’sContinue reading “Promised Connection”
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Influence
Appearances
Some people work hard at keeping up their appearances before other people. They have to have the highest quality material possessions and work hard to get the approval of others. The problem comes when they can’t maintain the facade and the deception becomes known. I John 3:2-3 says, “Beloved, we are God’s children now, andContinue reading “Appearances”
Beloved Children
Car Wash for Humans
Sometimes, I wish I could find a car wash for humans. Then, I would walk through this human car wash to remove all the filth and grime of the world that has attached itself to me. As I exit the wash I would feel pure, that is until I walk into another pothole of filth.Continue reading “Car Wash for Humans”
Beloved Children
Imitation is Sincerest Form of Flattery
If you have children, then you have likely seen some traits in them that remind you of yourself. Many of these traits are passed down through our DNA, but many traits are also learned from their parents. Kids have an uncanny knack for mimicing what they see in us and others, of course, especially ifContinue reading “Imitation is Sincerest Form of Flattery”
Beloved Children
Footprints in the Snow
Yesterday, I was walking in the snow toward a restaurant. As I walked, I looked down and saw my own footprints from the day before. For some reason, I didn’t want to disturb my footprints, so I walked a path next to them. It was like I didn’t want to disturb my legacy from theContinue reading “Footprints in the Snow”
Reluctant Retiree 