Many times, I have been listening to someone speak and have thought to myself, “That doesn’t sound right.” Then, I will investigate and often find out that what was said was technically correct, but not practically useful. Other times, I will find out that the information was incorrectly and dishonestly compiled to support inaccurate statements.Continue reading “That Doesn’t Sound Right”
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Testimony
Witnesses give their testimonies daily in the courts of our land. Judges and juries then make judgments based upon the reliability of these witnesses and their words. Psalm 19:7 says, “The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple;” God’s Word is completelyContinue reading “Testimony”
Silver Refining
In an effort to remove impurities, silver refining is a complex process. It may use electrolytes and acids and/or heat. The goal is to produce pure and undefiled silver. Psalm 12:6 says, “The words of the LORD are pure words, like silver refined in a furnace on the ground, purified seven times.” God’s Word isContinue reading “Silver Refining”
Pure Words
Announcements of Good News
It used to be that when we had good news, the family and close friends would gather together and we would make the announcement. Everyone would rejoice and talk excitedly with each other of the good news of a pregnancy or marriage proposal or some other cause of rejoicing. Nowadays, these announcements come with ceremoniesContinue reading “Announcements of Good News”
Rejoicing and Glorifying
That I May Behold
Sometimes, when I am hiking a nature trail, I pass from a darkened area into a lighted area. In the area of light, I am suddenly able to see things that I couldn’t in the dark. Colors become vibrant and I notice details of the scenery that I hadn’t previously seen and I am amazedContinue reading “That I May Behold”
Open My Eyes
Moral Compass
When our children were little, we often played board games with them. We would sometimes change the rules to make them simpler. Other times we would eliminate some rules to better enjoy the game. But would have happened if we eliminated all the rules. Everyone would play by the rules that satisfied them, bringing aboutContinue reading “Moral Compass”
Reluctant Retiree 