Tag Archives: prayer

Peace in Turbulent Times

We live in turbulent times. Chaos seems to rule the day as divisions are rising amongst people and nations. One thing that we are called to do in times like these is to pray. We should pray that leaders find wisdom and act in righteousness on behalf of people. We should pray that people areContinue reading “Peace in Turbulent Times”

On the Rock

Have you hiked up a mountain to stand upon the highest rock and take in the beautiful scenery below? I have on occasion and have come away each time with a sense of wonder, hope, security, and gratefulness. In the Bible, Jesus is often referred to as the Rock. He is the One in whomContinue reading “On the Rock”

Getting Things Done

To do great things we must first do certain things. We need to identify the needs. Then, we need to ascertain who can best assist us in meeting those needs. Before we ask for this assistance, we should accurately assess our interests in these needs. Then, we should gather the resources needed to accomplish theContinue reading “Getting Things Done”

Asking the Wrong Person, Going to the Wrong Place

Working with government agencies can be difficult, confusing, and frustrating. You appear in the office that you believe can help you and they direct you to another department on the other side of town. Or they can help you, but provide you with long and vague instruction on how to get what you want. IfContinue reading “Asking the Wrong Person, Going to the Wrong Place”

Seeing Beyond Our Circumstances

II Kings 6 tells the story of the war between the King of Syria and the King of Israel. The prophet, Elisha, had been warning the King of Israel about an ambush set up by the King of Syria. Frustrated, the King of Syria sent forces to surround Elisha in order to bring him toContinue reading “Seeing Beyond Our Circumstances”