When I was little I used to love to collect soft drink bottles and take them to the liquor store. At the store, they would give me money in return for the bottles. Then I would promptly spend my earnings buying candy. This process is called redemption. All of us were lost without hope, livingContinue reading “Redeem”
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Wonder Working God
Finding Our Way
Most mornings, I am out walking before dawn. Of course, this means that I am walking in the dark. Fortunately, I do have the lights of the moon, street lamps,and passing vehicles. Some light is necessary for me to safely find my way. Life is like that, in that we can use some light toContinue reading “Finding Our Way”
Send Out Your Light
The Prayer of the Psalmist
Earning Rewards
Sometimes we are presented with the opportunity to earn rewards. We put in significant effort and time to do what is required, only to find out it was not enough and we don’t receive the reward. It can be devastating and is always discouraging, sometimes to the point of not wanting to try again. PsalmContinue reading “Earning Rewards”
Standing In His Holy Place
God’s Presence
My area has quite a few rivers and I find myself near them often as I hike nature trails. The rivers have a certain beauty and power of their own, and I enjoy the peace and solitude I find near them. Psalm 46:4-5 says, “There is a river whose streams make glad the city ofContinue reading “God’s Presence”
The River in the City of God
Awe of God
I have not personally done this, but I have heard of people that become speechless when they are introduced to someone they admire. These people report feeling like a fool suddenly in the presence of a celebrity or noteworthy person. Psalm 99:1-3 says, “The Lord reigns; let the peoples tremble! He sits enthroned upon theContinue reading “Awe of God”
Reluctant Retiree 