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Grand Parade

When I was much younger and lived in Southern California, I would often go to the Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena. The floats were covered with flowers, giving off a fantastic aroma. Majestic horse teams demonstrated their glory in fancy coverings and precision marches. The tradition called for the bands of the teams participating inContinue reading “Grand Parade”

Glory Seekers

The Cambridge Dictionary defines “glory” as “great admiration, honor, and praise that you earn by achieving something.” Through their achievements, many people seek glory and the attention of other people. We only have to watch a football game to see this played out. A player scores a touchdown and immediately plays to the crowd byContinue reading “Glory Seekers”

Released in Power

Sometimes I have something to say, but it seems to get caught up within me somehow and I am unable to say it. Emotions can be the same way. They may well up within me but I am not able to express them or accurately express them. Romans 15:13 says, “May the God of hopeContinue reading “Released in Power”

Thanksgiving Words

Sometimes, I am appalled at the words that come out of my mouth. Words of complaining, blaming, criticizing, and impatience seem to flow easily. On the other hand, words of encouragement, blessing, thanks, and praise seem to choke in my mouth and my mind. Why is it easier to speak destructive words rather than constructiveContinue reading “Thanksgiving Words”

Better Way

Have you ever been deeply involved in some task only to begin thinking that there must be some easier way to do what you are doing? Then, you stop and do some research. And you find some instruction with the keys for doing your task simply. Micah 6:8 says, “He has told you, O man,Continue reading “Better Way”