Rain From the Heavens

I have noticed that rain is somewhat unpredictable. Weather forecasters give us a percentage chance of rain for the day, but it actually means that they expect rain to cover that percentage of a certain area. Rain can fall when it is sunny. In our area, we sometimes get rain that doesn’t wet the ground,Continue reading “Rain From the Heavens”

Guaranteed

Often we can get a guarantee when we purchase and appliance or electronics. These guarantees cover a certain amount of time and are applicable under certain conditions. Sometimes, we can purchase extended warranties, but these also expire and have conditions which restrict the producer’s liability. Something have a “lifetime guarantee”, but obviously these expire also.Continue reading “Guaranteed”

Invitation

From time to time, we receive invitations. Our response varies based upon our interests, availabilty, and closeness to the invitation giver. The invitation may be to an auspicious occassion or to a child’s birthday party. Some invitations we cannot refuse based upon the consequences of rejection. Psalm 50:1 says, “The Mighty One, God the LordContinue reading “Invitation”

Problems, Big and Small

Right now, I am experiencing a series of medical issues. Most are small and not life threatening, while a couple problems are more serious. Some days, it is harder than others to deal with the practical considerations of these issues. And sometimes, I drop my head in discouragement. But when I do that, my eyesContinue reading “Problems, Big and Small”