When we were young, we enjoyed making forts out of blankets, sheets and furniture. We would also make towers and forts out of legos, lincoln logs, and blocks of woods. We would imagine that these fortresses protected us from our imaginary enemies and gave us power in some way. Unfortunately, they did not and eventuallyContinue reading “Building Fortresses”
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Strong Tower
Quarreling
The first presidential debate will occur tonight. I don’t know what will happen, but I am sure of one thing; that is that quarreling will happen. Each candidate will levy accusations meant to demean the other candidate. Both candidates will say that they are running for the office to serve the country and bring unity.Continue reading “Quarreling”
Fruit of the Lips
“Sour Taste in My Mouth”
You have, no doubt, heard the expression “That left a sour taste in my mouth.” This expression refers to our the words that we say, words which we also regret saying. They can be words of criticism, accusation, hurt, or words intended to deceive. Immediately after saying such words, we understand that we have doneContinue reading ““Sour Taste in My Mouth””
The Fruit of a Man’s Mouth
Friends Versus Companions
Because I am socially awkward, I have never made a lot of friends. However, I have always had a close group of a select number of friends. I could count on these close friends for encouragement, acceptance, assistance, and love. Proverbs 18:24 says, “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there isContinue reading “Friends Versus Companions”
Reluctant Retiree 