The perspective that we choose to take regarding our problems determines the actions that we will take thereafter. Let’s assume that a ferocious animal has approached us in the forest. Facing that animal at ground level is frightening, to say the least. If we climb a tree and become out of reach for the animal,Continue reading “Higher Perspective”
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A Giant Problem
What a Moment!
What historical moments have you observed in your lifetime? I am 76 years old, so I have observed many. I recall the Kennedy/Nixon debates, Cuban missile crisis, John and Bobby Kennedy’s assassinations, moon landing, many no-hitters and World Series, many wars, a pandemic, gas crisis, and much more. But none of these major world events,Continue reading “What a Moment!”
Word Became Flesh
When, How Did This Start
When we go to the doctor with a health concern, we describe the issue. The doctor will inevitably ask, “When did the symptoms begin?” Having this information helps the doctor know many things about your issue and then how to treat them. So, it is very important to accurately describe your condition. John 1:3-4 says,Continue reading “When, How Did This Start”
In Him Is Life
Good Plans
We walk into a surprise meeting with someone who has some authority over our future. We don’t immediately know how these plans will impact us, so we accept them tenuously and with some trepidation. If we trust this authority, then we will likely move forward more confidently. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plansContinue reading “Good Plans”
God’s Plans for Us
Mirrors
A carnival funhouse usually has a variety of mirrors inside. These mirrors distort the reflected image for comic effect. What types of mirrors do we try to use to reflect our image to others? Some use fame to reflect the image of importance. Some use wealth to reflect an image of importance. Some use educationContinue reading “Mirrors”
