We step up to a vending machine, put in our money or scan our credit card, and instantly receive the product that we desired. Many of us treat God as a sacred vending machine. We put our requests before God and begin to anxiously wait for His answer. Many times, we don’t wait very longContinue reading “Sacred Vending Machine”
Tag Archives: rock
Wait in Silence
Immovable Foundation
We have been to the Hanging Rock National Natural Landmark a few times. It is named for a large rock along the Wabash River. The river has eroded much of the lower portion of the rock so that the upper portion actually hangs out over the river. People are not allowed to climb to theContinue reading “Immovable Foundation”
No Rock Like Our God
Something That Changes Everything
Some people or circumstances come into our lives and we may say, “Everything changed!” We may have gained a new insight into a problem or received something so wonderful that our perspective and attitudes change. Psalm2 40:1-4 says, “I waited patiently for the LORD; he inclined to me and heard my cry. He drew meContinue reading “Something That Changes Everything”
Inclined to Us
Standards
We derive our standards based upon a number of different factors. Some are based upon our experiences and some come from respected and informed sources. And some standards are given to us from such entities as the manufacturers of certain goods. I Samuel 2:2 says, “There is none holy like the Lord: for there isContinue reading “Standards”
Holiness
Overwhelmed
Entering a dark room, we see little, if anything, of our surroundings. The darkness overwhelms us and we cannot find our way out. We may walk, but only very gingerly, as it feels like we can trip and fall at any moment. Psalm 40:2 says, “He drew me up from the pit of destruction, outContinue reading “Overwhelmed”
Reluctant Retiree 