When my children were young, they each had a stuffed animal that went wherever they would go. They found a degree of security and comfort having the stuffed animal with them. We put stuffed animals away as we grow older, but we try to find other comforts and security. We look for comfort in alcoholContinue reading “Stuffed Animals and Jesus”
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Go Therefore
Good Spirit
When we walk uphill, we instantly become aware of the increased effort required to move forward. When we walk downhill, we feel the pressure of the pounding on our knees and feet. When we walk on a rocky path, we are careful to secure our steps so that we don’t twist an ankle. Walking onContinue reading “Good Spirit”
Level Ground
Study for Life
To learn more about a subject or to more proficient in a task, we know that we must study and work at our goals. And yet, there are many areas of life that we don’t exercise these types of efforts. Even more is lack of effort into knowing God and experiencing the life He designedContinue reading “Study for Life”
The Good Hand of God
Walk in Truth
Stubborn
Some of us can be stubborn at times. We think that we know the right way to do something, until we are proven wrong. To keep us safe and to teach us, various people have had to discipline us. The discipline may come in the form of forceful correction, a driving ticket, or the removalContinue reading “Stubborn”
Assembly Required
You’re assembling a complicated piece of technology. You have a complete set of instructions by your side, but you are struggling with the assembly. The instructions are thorough, but difficult to understand. Suddenly, the designer and developer of this technology comes and offers his personal assistance. With his expertise, the assembly goes smoothly and efficiently.Continue reading “Assembly Required”
Reluctant Retiree 