Spring Rain

I don’t know what it is like in your area, but in our area, the transition from winter to spring is not smooth. We may have a few spring-like days, but then go right back to freezing temperatures again. We tend to bounce back and forth between winter weather and spring temperatures. The rains prepareContinue reading “Spring Rain”

It’s Raining

As I was walking this morning, it began to rain. My first thought was about where I could find covering to protect me if the rain got heavier. We seek protective coverage in many ways and at various times in our lives. We may try to build a financial nest egg to cover emergency needs.Continue reading “It’s Raining”

That’s Not What I Meant To Say

I stumble over words that I say. Even when I have the best of intentions, the words I use may communicate harshness or disapproval. That is generally not what I intended to say. Gracious words are received joyfully and encourage the soul. Gracious speech patterns can earn us the favor of others and make manyContinue reading “That’s Not What I Meant To Say”

Listen to His Voice

When a familiar voice calls out our name, we stop and look. We want to hear what they have to say to us. God is constantly calling out our name. He wants to impart the wisdom and understanding that give us life and surround us with His favor. We must develop the habit of listeningContinue reading “Listen to His Voice”

No Good Thing Withheld

I am a father and grandfather. As such, I would never withhold any good gift that I had within my resources and power to give to both my children and grandchildren. Love does that to a person. We want to give everything we can to those whom we love. Psalm 84:11-12 says, “For the LordContinue reading “No Good Thing Withheld”