Several years ago, I was trekking in Nepal. We came to a rapidly flowing river that we needed to cross. I was very unsure of my footing and pondered how I was going to be able to cross the river. Just then, a Nepali man offered to carry me on his back across the river.Continue reading “Overwhelmed”
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Be Silent
We Americans believe that we should stand up for our rights. If no one will speak on our behalf, we will. If something needs to be done, speak up! If we are not treated in the way that we want, we will complain. All this is well and good, but when taken too far, angerContinue reading “Be Silent”
Stand Firm
What Are You Thinking?
If you are like me, you have frequent thoughts of the past. Unfortunately, sometimes we remember our mistakes and failures more than the good things we have done. We remember the things that we should forget and forget the things that we should remember. Isaiah 43:1,7 says, “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; IContinue reading “What Are You Thinking?”
Called By Name
Establishing Value
If you go into a jewelery store looking for a ring, the proprietor will tell you the value of each ring. But how can you know for sure without seeking to establish the value independently. We do a similar thing when we try to establish our personal value to our friends or family. We gatherContinue reading “Establishing Value”
Reluctant Retiree 