As I have mentioned before, I am a big fan of baseball. Baseball players are notorious adherents to many superstitions. They will wear the same socks and wristbands for long periods of time. They exhibit the same sets of movements as they get into the battery’s box. They eat the same foods every gameday. TheyContinue reading “Superstitions”
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Power of Hope
Most of the time we trivialize hope. We hope that it won’t rain. We hope that our car will not break down. We hope that our friend will not frustrate us today. All these hopes are good, but far less than what real hope can deliver to us. Romans 15:13 says, “May the God ofContinue reading “Power of Hope”
Hope With Joy and Peace
Waiting Room
Many diverse thoughts come to us while we are awaiting news in a hospital waiting room. We have thoughts of hope, expecting good news. We have thoughts of fear, suspecting bad news will come. We offer silent prayers for miracles. Psalm 68:28 says, “Summon your power, O God, the power, O God, by which youContinue reading “Waiting Room”
Power Working For Us
We’re Talking About Practice
Years ago, it famous basketball player made the phrase, “We’re talking about practice”, famous. He was disputing the importance placed by his coach upon the importance of practicing well. Most of us, however, understand the importance of practicing good habits and skills in order to become proficient. Hebrews 5:14 says, “But solid food is forContinue reading “We’re Talking About Practice”
Powers of Discernment
No Means to Steer
We are all familiar with the story of Noah and the ark. God told Noah to build an ark in the middle of the wilderness. God gave Noah specific instructions on how to build it, what materials to use, and what the dimensions must be. However, God didn’t give Noah any means of directing theContinue reading “No Means to Steer”
Reluctant Retiree 