In Biblical times a shepherd carried a rod and a staff. The rod was used to fend off predators and the staff was used to draw the sheep close for protection and comfort. Psalm 23:4 says, “for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” How do the rod and staffContinue reading “Comforted By Sticks”
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Rod and Staff
Blessings To Believers
Have you ever received an award or a gift that you felt that you were not worthy to receive? Perhaps the gift or award came from a prestigious organization or person. Maybe the gift was extravagant. The blessings that believers receive from God fit in these categories to the most extreme extent. These blessings are givenContinue reading “Blessings To Believers”
But you, O Lord
Restore and Comfort
What do we do when we have a conflict on our job? Do we seek revenge or try to humiliate the other person? What about when we have a conflict in our family? Do we try to do the same things, or perhaps, we just separate ourselves from the family member? What if we haveContinue reading “Restore and Comfort”
Peace and Love
What Love Can Do
When we love someone, we tend to do special things for them. Whether it is an unusual spontaneous act of kindness or a well-planned demonstration of our feelings, we spare no expense and give our greatest effort for the ones who are closest to us. Philippians 2:1-3 says, “Is there any encouragement from belonging toContinue reading “What Love Can Do”
Reluctant Retiree 