When the judicial system fails to meet our standards for justice, we are frustrated, especially when we have been personally impacted by the crime. Protestors often flood the streets with marches and signs when a verdict is deemed unjust. However, we have a completely different view when we are the offenders. Then, we want mercyContinue reading “Justice and Mercy”
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Mercy Over All
The Good Hands God
In I Samuel 5, the “hand of the Lord was heavy” against the Philistines. They thought that they had won a major victory against God’s people by capturing the ark of God. But everywhere they took the ark, the hand of the Lord was heavy against them and they suffered disaster. For God had said,Continue reading “The Good Hands God”
Gracious Hand
Good Spirit
When we walk uphill, we instantly become aware of the increased effort required to move forward. When we walk downhill, we feel the pressure of the pounding on our knees and feet. When we walk on a rocky path, we are careful to secure our steps so that we don’t twist an ankle. Walking onContinue reading “Good Spirit”
Transformed by Light
When we walk into a dark room, we cannot see the wonders that the room may hold. But turn on a light and whole new experiences open up to us as the light reveals the truth. Romans 12:2 says, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,Continue reading “Transformed by Light”
Renewed Mind
Study for Life
To learn more about a subject or to more proficient in a task, we know that we must study and work at our goals. And yet, there are many areas of life that we don’t exercise these types of efforts. Even more is lack of effort into knowing God and experiencing the life He designedContinue reading “Study for Life”
The Good Hand of God
We’re Talking About Practice
Years ago, it famous basketball player made the phrase, “We’re talking about practice”, famous. He was disputing the importance placed by his coach upon the importance of practicing well. Most of us, however, understand the importance of practicing good habits and skills in order to become proficient. Hebrews 5:14 says, “But solid food is forContinue reading “We’re Talking About Practice”
Reluctant Retiree 