In Biblical times a shepherd carried a rod and a staff. The rod was used to fend off predators and the staff was used to draw the sheep close for protection and comfort. Psalm 23:4 says, “for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” How do the rod and staffContinue reading “Comforted By Sticks”
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Rod and Staff
Pursued By Goodness
In a race the frontrunner works feverishly to maintain the lead through the finish. The frontrunner wants to win by keeping the pursuers behind him. Most of us live with some regrets or things we want to leave behind us. We don’t want those regrets to catch up with us and impact our lives todayContinue reading “Pursued By Goodness”
The Lord Is My Shepherd
Waiting Room
As I get older, I find myself in the waiting rooms of doctors more and more. For me it is not a pleasant place. Besides dealing with whatever ailment I have come for, I have to be in a room with strangers. For an introvert like me that is difficult. I tend to look aroundContinue reading “Waiting Room”
Wait Patiently For The Lord
Washing
We tend to think of cleaning our hearts like washing the dishes or the car. We put in a little effort and use the right ingredients and everything turns out clean. However, we can’t do the same thing with our hearts. There are no good works or right amount of good intentions that can eraseContinue reading “Washing”
What Is God Like?
Exodus 34:5 says, “The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, ‘The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.’” This is the God that we worship and love. His love for us abounds and is steadfast, never wavering. By the sacrifice of His own Son,Continue reading “What Is God Like?”
Reluctant Retiree 