Prepare the Way

Right now, the city is doing roadwork in the area in which we live. They took one day to mark out their work and set up warning signs. Another day, they spent preparing the street for the work to be done. Then, they could actually begin the work on the road. If we are toContinue reading “Prepare the Way”

My Thoughts Versus God’s Thoughts

Sometimes, I can speak to myself pretty negatively. When I make a simple mistake, I can criticize my efforts and my execution. When I say something harsh or unkind, I can question my intentions and character. Fortunately, God thinks about me in far different ways and with much different terms. It amazes me that HeContinue reading “My Thoughts Versus God’s Thoughts”

Promises That Preserve

When I was young, my dad would sometimes promise to take me to a ball game. That promise meant a lot to me and I really looked forward to the day of the game. Most of the time, my dad came through for me and fulfilled the promise, taking me to the game. But thereContinue reading “Promises That Preserve”

Love Replaces Debt

I worked for a bank for over 20 years, so I know that banks rarely just cancel a debt. They work hard to receive back the money that they have lended. A debtor that has a debt cancelled would be extremely grateful. In Luke 7:41-43 Jesus tells a story to reveal a truth, “A certainContinue reading “Love Replaces Debt”