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Steadfast

Covered Completely

The winter snow does a pretty good job of covering everything. The streets and sidewalks are covered, if only for a short while. Plants and fields are covered, except for random shoots. Everywhere we look, we see the effects of fallen snow. The coverage is not complete and is only temporary. Psalm 32:1-2 says, “BlessedContinue reading “Covered Completely”

Blessed Is The One

Hopelessness

Homelessness is a human tragedy that affects the body, soul, and spirit of people. The homeless person is often caught in a cycle of discouragement and fear. Hopelessness is also a human tragedy that adversely affects the body, soul, and spirit. The hopeless person is also caught in a cycle of discouragement and fear. IContinue reading “Hopelessness”

Living Hope

Bear With Me

When we use the expression “bear with me,” we are asking for special consideration from someone. We are asking them to be patient with us as we try to make something right between us. We are asking that they help carry the burden of our struggles. Psalm 68:19 says, “Blessed be the Lord, who dailyContinue reading “Bear With Me”

Daily Bears Us Up

Libraries and Athletic Clubs

Libraries and athletic clubs are two entirely different places. You go to one to sharpen your mind and gain intellectual power. You go to the other to gain physical strength. In both places, you put in the effort and expect certain results. You are relying on others, however, to supply what you need for thoseContinue reading “Libraries and Athletic Clubs”

Wisdom and Might

Completely Unwrapped

I am old enough to know that I do not take advantage of every feature that my new electronics can provide. I am probably missing out on some good stuff, simply because I have not invested by energies into looking into the features available. Ephesians 1:3 says, “Blessed be the God and Father of ourContinue reading “Completely Unwrapped”