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Beginning of Wisdom

Out of Our Comfort Zone

Have you noticed that circumstances that take us out of our comfort zone, usually lead us to learn something important and make us stronger? In these circumstances we are forced to try something new and do something different. Psalm 119:76 says, “Let you steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant.” InContinue reading “Out of Our Comfort Zone”

Safe and Secure

I have often worked on disaster recovery projects that require us to remove large and heavy objects. Many seem to be immovable. Large motorized equipment is necessary in those instances. This reminds me of Yosemite National Park. I have walked many of the trails and been awestruck by the mountains. Surrounded by the mountains IContinue reading “Safe and Secure”

Surrounded

Never Changes

My opinions can change over time and most have. Relationships change over time and may become more or less intimate. Laws change, politics change, social norms change, fashion changes, and the economic environment certainly changes. But God never changes. He has no need or desire to change, as He is, was, and always will beContinue reading “Never Changes”

Steadfast Love

They Cry, “Peace”

In the news, we see and hear scores of people crying out for peace. In the name of peace, they are taking over college campuses, stopping traffic, and condemning everyone on the other side of the political spectrum. At the same time, families are being destroyed and angry people dominate social media and oftentimes theContinue reading “They Cry, “Peace””

Perfect Peace

Everywhere

Have you ever had the experience of seeing the same person seemingly everywhere you go? You go to the store and turn around and they are there. You go for a walk and turn the corner only to see the same person again. Other than a stalker, the odds are slim that you would findContinue reading “Everywhere”

Confidence

When you are facing a difficult situation, where do you go to stir up confidence? Perhaps you can count on a friend to strengthen your resolve. Maybe some books improve your outlook. Some people can use quiet meditation to give them confidence. Psalm 78:4 says, “We will not hide them from their children, but tellContinue reading “Confidence”