Tag Archives: knowledge

Walk Upright

As I have said before, I walk a lot of nature trails. I enjoy being outdoors and seeing God’s creation. I mostly hike along well-worn paths. Occasionally, I will veer off onto a side path to see something interesting. The side path always presents some obstacles in the form of insecure footholds and bushes thatContinue reading “Walk Upright”

Libraries and Athletic Clubs

Libraries and athletic clubs are two entirely different places. You go to one to sharpen your mind and gain intellectual power. You go to the other to gain physical strength. In both places, you put in the effort and expect certain results. You are relying on others, however, to supply what you need for thoseContinue reading “Libraries and Athletic Clubs”

Knit Together in Love

In our world today, it is commonplace to receive criticism and judgment from a variety of sources. The world, it seems, tends to try to bring us down, rather than lift us up. It is so easy to become discouraged. The essence of love, on the other hand, is the desire to love others inContinue reading “Knit Together in Love”

Pure and Blameless

Our behaviors and attitudes do not occur in a void. These things affect our lives and those around us. When we choose to be kind and love another person, it will positively impact their lives and our lives as well. When we choose to become angry and take it out on another person, it willContinue reading “Pure and Blameless”

Resisting the Winds

My wife and I have done some disaster relief. We have seen the damage that strong winds and raging waters can do. Homes can be laid flat to the ground. Trees can be snapped in half or uprooted, damaging nearby structures. Families face rebuilding their lives. False teaching can have devastating consequences, as well. IfContinue reading “Resisting the Winds”