Misplaced Trust

We have all put our trust in someone only to be disappointed later when they betrayed that trust or were unable to fulfill their promises. People are often unreliable objects of our trust. Equally disappointing are our leaders who appear to be sincere in their promises, but often fail to deliver. Psalm 146:3-5 says, “PutContinue reading “Misplaced Trust”

Package Delivered

We keep looking outside to see if it has come yet. We check and recheck the delivery tracking details online. We don’t know what is in the package, but our loved one said that it was on the way. So we impatiently wait to receive the package and find out what is in it. PsalmContinue reading “Package Delivered”

Our Appetites Deceive

When I drive past a Dairy Queen (DQ), my appetite for a strawberry sundae rises to the front of my thoughts. I long for the taste, ignoring the impact upon my blood sugar and weight. Our appetite and selfish desires can deceive us into doing things that harm us and can lead others astray. RomansContinue reading “Our Appetites Deceive”

Attitude Toward Others

I confess. Sometimes, people can irritate and frustrate me. Judging by what I observe in people, I am not the only one who is affected by people in this way. I am not proud of my attitude at these times. Psalm 129:8 says, “nor do those who pass by say, “The blessing of the LORDContinue reading “Attitude Toward Others”