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Stuffed Animals and Jesus

When my children were young, they each had a stuffed animal that went wherever they would go. They found a degree of security and comfort having the stuffed animal with them. We put stuffed animals away as we grow older, but we try to find other comforts and security. We look for comfort in alcoholContinue reading “Stuffed Animals and Jesus”

The Quest For More

We are on a quest to get more. We want more money, bigger houses, grander vacations, more sleep, and more attention from others. Nothing seems to fill us. It is like eating the biggest and best Thanksgiving dinner, only to want more. In John 4:13-14 Jesus says, “Everyone who drinks of this water will beContinue reading “The Quest For More”

Proper Request

If you have ever tried to work with a government office to get something you need, you know that it can be a difficult and frustrating process. You have to fill out the paperwork correctly and provide the appropriate backup documentation. Often, government also applies a time frame for the request and requirements for approvalsContinue reading “Proper Request”

Seeing What Is Possible

Sometimes we are hesitant to do a new thing because we don’t think that we can do it. But once we see this new thing done by someone else, we gain confidence and may try to do it ourselves. Matthew 28:5-6 says, “But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for IContinue reading “Seeing What Is Possible”

Invitation Accepted

Suppose, you invited someone to dinner at your house. This future guest is an important person to you. They have accepted your invitation. So what steps do you take to get ready for their arrival. Most likely, you would clean your house so that it is spotless. You would prepare the things that you knowContinue reading “Invitation Accepted”

Enter Confidently

You have golden tickets to a special event. You’ve dressed appropriately in your finest attire. You know the right people. Your confidence is soaring. When you arrive, you find that the event exceeds your expectations by a wide margin. Hebrews 19-22 says, “Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by theContinue reading “Enter Confidently”