We are familiar with the roads we have taken to get where we are. The smooth roads, the bumpy roads, the dangerous roads, the U turns, the side trips, and the hard roads are well known by us. Now we face the roads ahead. We may come to forks in the road and not knowContinue reading “Road Trip”
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His Eye Is Upon Us
Promises, Promises
We rely on the promises of others. The doctor tells us that if we take this medicine or have this procedure done, we will feel better. The mechanic declares what the problem is with our car or appliance, and says if we undertake a certain repair, the problem will be resolved. The politician states whatContinue reading “Promises, Promises”
All His Purpose
What Are You Reading?
Reading provides innumerable benefits. It trains our minds and increases our knowledge. I read a lot of articles and books. Some offer thoughtful help, but many are useless and misleading. Where can we go to find trustworthy truth that benefits mind, body, and soul? Psalm 1:1-2 says, “Blessed is the man who walks not inContinue reading “What Are You Reading?”
Blessed Is He Who
Counselor With Me
We can and do get advice from a variety of sources. Counselors can offer wisdom that helps. But counselors do not often go with us to help us implement their advice. They don’t stay with us to remind us what we should do. Psalm 16:7-8 says, “I bless the Lord who gives me counsel; inContinue reading “Counselor With Me”
God’s Counsel
Plans Fizzle
How many times do we make plans and they don’t work out as we thought? This happens to me all the time. I am a great idea guy but the follow through is weak. While I am just one person, we can see the same thing happen on a national and global level. Governments comeContinue reading “Plans Fizzle”
Reluctant Retiree 