We attend church regularly. We have lived many different places and have gone to many different churches. I have noticed that church can be the loneliest place on earth. Oh, most churches make the appropriate efforts to appear friendly and welcoming. But spend some time in the church and you may find that most ofContinue reading “The Loneliest Place On Earth”
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Let Us Consider
Rewards
We are trained through experience to expect rewards as a result of our efforts. We work at our jobs and expect compensation. We play sports in an effort to win trophies, ribbons, and acclaim. We often do good with a thought as to what we might receive in return. God’s economy doesn’t work in theContinue reading “Rewards”
Take Courage!
Who Did This?
Some people have a skill or an art that is so unique or powerful that their work is easily recognizable. We can look at a great work of art and immediately know the artist behind the artwork. We can see the handiwork of an architect behind the awesome structures built by their designs. John 3:21Continue reading “Who Did This?”
Weariness
We have many reasons to grow weary in these days. We all are involved in many activities and a fast-paced lifestyle that can suck the energy right out of us. Sometimes, we are revived when we see the benefits of the good things that we try to do. But we don’t always see the effectsContinue reading “Weariness”
Keep Doing Good
Truly Living
I retired nine years ago, so I am reaping the rewards and consequences of how I lived these seventy plus years. Looking back, some things bring tears of joy and satisfaction, like raising a wonderful family of three children and six grandchildren. But it is also the good things that God allowed me to doContinue reading “Truly Living”
Reluctant Retiree 