saves – Reluctant Retiree

Deliverer

Touchscreens

We have them on our phones, in our kitchens, on our computers, and in our cars. We have become so familiar with them that we don’t know how to do things without them. Life doesn’t work that way. We have no touchscreens that will immediately react to our touch and solve our problems. Isaiah 63:9Continue reading “Touchscreens”

In Our Affliction

Power Tools

I grew up in a time when power tools were not as available as they are today. Now, I am of the opinion that I would always use a power tool if one is available to me. Why? For me the work becomes more precise and easier at the same time. The same is trueContinue reading “Power Tools”

Facing a Problem

What is the first thing that you do when facing a problem? Do you research the problem and possible solutions? Or do you forge ahead, thinking that your experience and know-how will solve the issue? Perhaps you turn to a trusted friend or someone who has already faced this problem. Or maybe you just breakContinue reading “Facing a Problem”

Trust in the Name of the Lord

Brokenness Comes

Lately, many of our friends have received devasting health prognosis. One man learned that he has MLS, Lou Gehrig’s disease, and he is fading fast. While he has been surprising upbeat, his wife is suffering. Another male friend recently found out that he has prostrate cancer. This sad news comes after losing a daughter toContinue reading “Brokenness Comes”

Near to the Brokenhearted

Seeing Us Through

Psalm 34:18-19 says, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.” Jesus came not only to save us from our sins, but also to help us through our emotional pains by also bearing themContinue reading “Seeing Us Through”